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and why clearly deining project objectives facilitates the design and implementa-
tion process. Technical elements of planning, for example, calculating potential
runoff, are also addressed.
Chapter 4 centers on the actual living roof design process by considering
technical speciications for each of the functional layers, incorporating architec-
tural elements and amenity value, and promoting long-term success by design
to facilitate maintenance. For each of these topics, the potential interactions
between stakeholders (with a particular emphasis on the landscape architect
and the stormwater engineer) and opportunities to enhance outcomes are
explored.
Chapter 5 offers case studies to help communicate various aspects of plan-
ning and design, and the importance of the interactions between stakeholders to
successfully achieve project objectives.
Closing remarks in Chapter 6 consider future directions to advance under-
standing of the science of living roofs, and their role in holistic integrated urban
water systems.

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