REIMAGINING RESIDENTIAL GREEN ROOFS
Environmentally conscious and aesthetically pleasing, residential green roofs continue to grow in popularity thanks to their many benefits, including rainwater absorption, natural insulation, provisions for wildlife, and ease of maintenance. Longer-lasting than traditional roofs, and proven to reduce energy costs, green roofs are an efficient and cost-effective way to increase the beauty of your home and landscape design.
Habla de tu tierra vegetal.
As part of a larger residential landscape, green roofs offer an opportunity to expand the living environment vertically. On properties with limited footprint or strict land use regulations, as is often the case in Clarksburg, McLean, and particularly along waterfront properties in Annapolis—a green roof can offer valuable square footage for plantings, visual screening, or stormwater mitigation.
Our landscape designers take a holistic approach to integrating green roofs into the landscape. When paired with patio design, garden structures, or outdoor living spaces, they create a unified composition that feels intentional and balanced. We consider access, visibility, drainage, and exposure to select plant palettes that will thrive on your green roof and contribute to the overall character of the space.
Todo lo verde que se puede ser
Surround yourself with lush plant life on all sides of your home. McHale Landscape Design can help you realize your rooftop wonderland. Our horticulturists can aid in a striking selection of plants, wildflowers, succulents, grasses, and herbs. We choose species that thrive in just a few inches of soil and withstand harsh rooftop elements.
In urban and suburban environments, green roofs help regulate temperature and reduce ambient heat. This makes surrounding outdoor areas more comfortable during warmer months.
Custom Landscape Design Build for Green Roofs
Each green roof project is part of a larger landscape design build strategy. Our in-house teams of designers, horticulturists, and builders work collaboratively on every detail. We ensure the green roof is structurally sound, properly irrigated, and planted with appropriate materials. Selections are based on the roof’s microclimate and construction.
From lightweight sedum mats to deep-soil installations, we tailor every project to your roof’s load-bearing capacity. Our green roofs support everything from perennials to shrubs, based on design goals.
Clients in McLean and Clarksburg often use green roofs on guest houses, garages, or terraces. These installations enhance privacy or help screen nearby structures. In Easton, green roofs blend buildings into the rural landscape. They offer a softer transition between hardscape and nature.
Ongoing Maintenance for Living Roof Systems
Just like any part of a living landscape, green roofs need thoughtful care and attention. Our dedicated maintenance teams provide seasonal services to keep your green roof thriving. We ensure proper irrigation, remove invasive growth, and replace underperforming plant material as needed.
Maintenance plans are customized to the plant mix, growing medium, and exposure conditions. Whether your green roof is a centerpiece or a supporting element, it receives expert attention and care. We treat it with the same level of precision as any ground-level garden.
Elevate Your Landscape – Literally
Green roofs bring the power of planting to unexpected places. McHale Landscape Design helps clients across the mid-Atlantic explore this sustainable design opportunity. Our offices in Annapolis, Easton, Clarksburg, and McLean serve a broad range of projects.
As part of a cohesive residential landscape or a bold standalone feature, a green roof enhances the beauty, performance, and value of your property.
Let’s create something that grows above the rest.
