Facade Greenery

The greening of faades with plants gives a piece of nature back to thecity. But a green faade is much more than a charming view: Thanks to itsinsulating effect, it evens out extreme swings in temperature, protectsagainst UV radiation and improves sound insulation. In that regard one doesnot have to always rely on the usual ivy. Other evergreen or fruit bearingplants and even exotic flowers can be used as faade decoration. In that wayvaried and creative greening can be created which lend a colorful aesthetictone to the cityscape. The 50 projects presented here give an overview ofthis current trend in landscape architecture.