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Edge and gravel margin

D.01Green roof
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How this node works

At the perimeter the root barrier rises up the parapet; a gravel margin, separated from the substrate by an edge profile, keeps the drainage inspectable and acts as a firebreak strip.

Key points

  • Parapet
  • Root barrier turned up
  • Perimeter gravel margin
  • Edge profile
  • Substrate + vegetation
  • Insulation

Conceptual, language-neutral drawing for study and orientation — not an execution drawing. Dimensions and verifications belong to the designer.

Edge and gravel margin — Green roof | Architheca