Extensive green roofs at the VIVIDO residential complex – Cluj-Napoca

The extensive green terraces on the apartment buildings of the Vivido residential complex were not treated as mere surfaces to be “technically resolved,” but as real parts of the living experience. Even if they are visible only to the residents of the respective apartments and are not designed as accessible spaces, they still matter. They are seen every day from the inside, from a kitchen, a living room, or a home office, and the difference between a grey roof and a green one is immediately felt.

The vegetation consists exclusively of sedum, chosen not only because it performs well in an extensive system, but also for how it evolves visually over time. The vegetated mats are compact and orderly, and throughout the year they change their shades: fresh green, then yellow during flowering, and sometimes warmer tones toward autumn. It is not a monotonous green, but a living one, adding depth to the building without overwhelming it.

From a technical standpoint, the solution is simple and sound: root barrier, drainage layer, reduced substrate depth, and well-adapted plants. No permanent irrigation, no complicated maintenance. Exactly the kind of system that works reliably for many years without hassle.

The very existence of these terraces says a lot about the developer’s approach. At Vivido, sustainability is not a slogan. It is a conscious choice, applied even in areas that are not visible from the street. And that is precisely what makes the difference: attention to detail, even in the more intimate zones that matter most to the people who live there.

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