Green roofs are roofs that have grass of other plant materials growing right on top of them. The theory is that the roof will stay cooler and reflect less heat back into the atmosphere.

    There was an interesting article in the Raleigh News and Observer today. It was about how the local Universities are going “green” in an effort to attract students. They discussed some of the green projects, especially the green roof at Duke University Hospital. (more…)

    Here’s your quiz in House Design for this week. I ran across this house in a neighborhood where I do a lot of work. It hit me hard and I just had to stop and take a photo to share with you. Let me know if the same thing bothers you as it bothered me. I’ll post my opinion on Monday.

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Thanks for reading,

Bill Hirsch

www.designingyourperfecthouse.com

www.williamhirsch.com