Roofs are one of the most important elements of our buildings. Researchers, product manufacturers and architects are all now pushing the sustainability agenda for our roofscapes and builders, renovators and building owners are all keen to play their part. However, an understanding of the opportunities that our roofs offer or hinder will make our decision making just that little bit easier.

main feature - building elements - roofs
roofs in focus
re-roofing - upgrading structure and insulation bv roof renovation - listed building experiences
fire is a green issue for roofs
roofers go green - to make solar simple
innovative straw bale - roof and walls combined
a dim view - shedding light on poor roof design
hands-on - traditional roof building

Other subjects
is tall beautiful? - Are green towers back on the agenda?
inspiration or folly? - Zero carbon by 2016?
innovation for the school space - Kingsdale school
sod off architecture - Gated communities investigated
pragmatic restoration - Sustainability Centre
reviews - Four ecobuilding books
event report - EcoBuilding conference
the forum debate - Home energy packs
who do you sue? - When your house floods
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