The Importance of Green Roof Design in Improving Human Interaction with Nature

Sanaz Rahimlou¹

1) The Master of Interior Architecture, Department of Architecture and Building, Faculty of Al-Zahra, Technical and Vocational University (TVU), Tabriz, Iran

IOI Code : XGAD-KZHEK
Publication : First international Conference on applied researches in civil engineering, architecture and urban planning (icarcau.com/1st)
Abstract :
    Many cities lack adequate open space. On the other hand, a lack of land and development is inevitable in meeting the growing need of the current population, green space has paved the solution for enhancing the value of development. Due to the built form of many modern cities, green roofs might be the only option for introducing green space. Since green roofs are composed of natural elements, they can also improve the quality and attractiveness of the building and its surrounding location. Studies have shown that people have a strong affinity for places and views which contain natural elements. Such views have reduced feelings of stress and allow relaxation, improving overall well-being. Green roofs also provide the basis to create new recreational opportunities. Greening rooftops will allow the city to solve the problem of neighborhoods where there is a critical lack of green space, yet no space for new parks. The aim of this article is to the importance of green roof design in improving human interaction with nature. Green roofs provide multiple environmental, social, economic, and aesthetic benefits. Therefore, the organization and development of green roofs allow cities to improve human interaction with nature in addition to positive effects on the quality of urban life.

Keywords : green roof green roof design nature human interaction with nature environmental benefits social benefits