Living Roofs

Living Roofs by Ashley Penn explores the enchanting concept of turning urban rooftops into green paradises, providing a serene escape from the city's hustle and bustle. This book highlights the limitless creativity of amateur gardeners, whether they cultivate a communal garden for a whole building, a personal oasis, a vibrant sea of flowers, home-grown vegetables, or even a pool.

Crammed with stunning photographs, the book showcases an array of beautiful and varied rooftop terraces and exotic garden spaces from around the globe. From Berlin's country garden and the expansive sundeck of the U Penthouse in Madrid to the enchanting rooftop of the Willow House in Singapore, each location offers inspiration for your own rooftop garden fantasies.

Just relax and savour the beauty of Living Roofs on your sundeck or in a cosy corner.

Ashley Penn, the author, is a Chartered Member of the British Landscape Institute with extensive experience as a landscape architect in the UK. He became Content Director for Landscape Architects Network, where he writes extensively about landscape architecture, focusing particularly on green technologies such as green roofs and green walls. He has also received the Turner Prize for Innovation in Design and resides in Nokia, Finland, working as an independent landscape designer.

Selling Points:

• An inspiring selection of verdant sanctuaries high above the city's noise, from lush flower gardens to luxurious rooftop terraces with minimalist designs.
• The urban rooftop oasis trend continues to thrive with new innovations and creations.
• Updated with the latest trends, this book offers a glimpse into some of the world's most stunning private rooftop terraces.