Green Roof Systems
Transform your rooftop with our innovative green roof systems in Singapore. As a leading green roof contractor, we design and install sustainable rooftop solutions across Singapore, Asia, and the UAE. Our patented GaiaMat™ soilless system is a lightweight green roof perfect for concrete and metal structures.
As nature-based engineering specialists, we offer various modular green roof options for easy maintenance or custom rooftop garden designs tailored to your needs. We deliver living roofs that reduce energy costs, cool interiors, and create sustainable green spaces that last.
Green Roof GaiaMat™ Features
Ultra lightweight, soilless, pre-grown mats for instant green roofs.
Customise your green roof with a variety of polyculture plants.
Reduced conventional installation time of up to 300% regardless of roof profile.
Efficient drainage system and energy efficient.
Maximise your green roof with SOLARGreen
A smart integration of solar panels and our patented GaiaMat™ green roof system in Singapore. This innovative green roof solution combines a high-performance, energy saving, soilless green roof system with solar technology to deliver high efficiency energy saving with cooler building temperatures, cleaner air, and improved solar panel efficiency.
As an experienced green roof contractor, we design and install lightweight modular green roof systems that reduce dust, increase energy savings, and extend the lifespan of your solar panels. Talk to us today to find out how your green roof in Singapore can be optimized with SOLARGreen.
GaiaMat™ Green Roof Projects
Singapore, Ongoing
China, 2023
Singapore, 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a green roof system?
A green roof system is a rooftop surface designed to support vegetation over a waterproofing and drainage layer. In Singapore, green roofs are increasingly popular for both residential and commercial buildings, helping to transform underutilized roof spaces into sustainable gardens. Depending on the design, a green roof can feature grasses, groundcovers, shrubs, or even small trees. Modern options include modular green roof systems and soilless green roof solutions like our patented GaiaMat™, which provide durability and ease of maintenance.
What are the benefits of a green roof?
Installing a green roof in Singapore lowers rooftop and indoor temperatures, improves insulation and reduces energy use for cooling. GaiaMat™, acts as a natural medium which absorbs pollutants, produces oxygen yet provides urban biodiversity and is aesthetically pleasing. With a lightweight green roof system and soilless green roof technology, you’ll enjoy reduced structural load alongside better environmental performance.
Are green roofs suitable for all buildings?
Not all roofs can support a green roof system. Factors such as structural load, slope, load bearing capacity and waterproofing need to be assessed. However, as an experienced green roof contractor in Singapore, lightweight systems like the GaiaMat™ green roof are designed to fit reinforced concrete and metal roofs, making them adaptable to most Singapore building types.
How much does a green roof cost in Singapore?
The cost of a green roof system in Singapore depends on roof size, load capacity and system. While the upfront investment might be higher, deploying GWS Living Art’s GaiaMat™ soilless green roof system would allow you to enjoy long-term savings with high energy efficiency, extended roof lifespan, and reduced stormwater management costs which makes it worthwhile.
Do green roofs require a lot of maintenance?
Our green roof systems are designed to be low-maintenance. This means that you can carry on enjoying the benefits of your green roof without having to spend huge amounts of time and money on their upkeep. There are however regular green roof maintenance tasks that need doing to keep your living roof thriving.
Can green roofs help reduce energy bills in Singapore?
Yes, installing a green roof in Singapore significantly lowers rooftop and indoor temperatures, which reduces reliance on optimal temperature with air conditioning. Combined with systems like SOLARGreen, building owners can enjoy even greater energy savings in a humid climate.
Are green roofs supported by Singapore regulations or incentives?
Green roofs in Singapore align with the Building and Construction Authority’s (BCA) Green Mark Scheme, which promotes sustainable building practices. Some projects may even qualify for sustainability incentives, making it advantageous to work with an experienced green roof contractor such as GWS Living Art.
Can a green roof be installed on residential homes?
While most large-scale green roof projects in Singapore are designed and installed on commercial or industrial buildings, residential properties can also benefit from GWS Living Art’s GaiaMat™ green roof system. These ultra-lightweight, soilless, pre-grown mats provide the beauty and benefits of a living roof without overloading private estate structures. Always consult a professional green roof contractor to assess suitability.
Process
We handle your project from start-to-finish: consultation, supply and expert build fabrication to long-term support.
Get in Touch
Reach out to us today to book a consultation or ask any enquiries. Alternatively, you may email us at hello@gwslivingart.com.