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urban appeal, also created a number of design challenges. Hotel and residential plaza access would be shared, but the position of the office wing dictated that it would require its own entrance. The two separate operations of the hotel had distinct program requirements. The first design challenge to overcome was resolving the two distinct access routes in a way that gave equal prominence to each. Placement of the fountain at the center of the design served as a focal point and organizing element. An ellipse, given its oblong nature, lent itself well to responding to the hotel on its long axis and the office at its end. The fountain ellipse gradually unravels, if you will, to create gathering space for the hotels, seating area for the office users, circulation around the plaza, open lawn, landscaped buffers and access to the north and south overlooks. This rather simple concept provided both a clear and effective organization of the space as well as a dynamic view when seen from above. PLANTING FOR SUN & SHADE Planting of the green roof required careful consideration not only because of the restrictions inherent to green roofs, but also due to the fact that the shade cast by the 20 stories of condominium and hotel tower and the five floors of office along the south and east edge of the roof created essentially two separate micro-environments. It was important that the plant material and its placement help to strengthen the concept of the unraveling form. This meant that the long drifts of plant material adjacent to the pathways and along the perimeter of the space would need to thrive equally well in sun and shade. Emphasis on utilizing plant materials with long flowering REGISTER NOW Green Roofs for Healthy Cities’ annual Conference and Trade Show is a vital opportunity for professional development, networking and sourcing products and services. Featuring keynote presenters, in-depth workshops by prominent industry leaders and experts, educational sessions, industry trade show and networking opportunities, the Conference is your key to excellence regarding green roofs and green walls. This conference is the source for the most current and relevant product and service oﬀerings on the market. Demonstrate your commitment to excellence and take the Green Roof Professional (GRP) Accreditation Exam being launched in Atlanta on June 5! Register online at www.greenroofs.org/atlanta http://guest.cvent.com/i.aspx?5S,M3,2f884125-032d-4ca2-8c9c-e560884f8078 http://guest.cvent.com/i.aspx?5S,M3,2f884125-032d-4ca2-8c9c-e560884f8078

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Green Roofs - Living Architecture Monitor - Fall 2008

Green Roofs - Living Architecture Monitor - Fall 2008
Contents
From the Founder: A Robust Economy
Letters
Strata - People, Products & Projects: Austin's Hotspot for Habitat & Baltimore Hilton Goes Green
A Green Roof for a County Courthouse
Research Grant for Design Tool
On the Roof With...
A New Vue on Downtown Open Space
Sound Transmission Loss of Extensive Green Roofs
On Target
Optimizing for Sustainability
First GRHC Green Roof Symposium in Florida
Welcome New Corporate Members
Professional Calendar
Experts Reflect on the Value of the GRP

Green Roofs - Living Architecture Monitor - Fall 2008