Living Roof / Green Roof

The Living Roof of the California Academy of Sciences building within Golden Gate Park, and adjacent to the De Young Museum. The roof provides stormwater management for both flow reduction and water quality. The living roof contains over 40 native California plant species and provides habitat for a wide variety of wildlife, particularly butterflies. The rooftop's seven undulating green hillocks pay homage to the iconic topography of San Francisco and blurs the boundary between building and parkland. Living roofs significantly reduce Heat Island Effect, and the vent windows help manage interior climate.

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The Living Roof of the California Academy of Sciences building within Golden Gate Park, and adjacent to the De Young Museum. The roof provides stormwater management for both flow reduction and water quality. The living roof contains over 40 native California plant species and provides habitat for a wide variety of wildlife, particularly butterflies. The rooftop's seven undulating green hillocks pay homage to the iconic topography of San Francisco and blurs the boundary between building and parkland. Living roofs significantly reduce Heat Island Effect, and the vent windows help manage interior climate.