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BioDome

Living Roof & Solar Array

Solar panel mounting detail on south-facing roof slope
Solar mounting: aluminum rail system on the south-facing A-frame slope
Earth-sheltered dome with solar panels and living roof integrated into hillside
Living roof on the north slope, solar panels on the south — the dual-purpose A-frame roof

Key Topics

Section titled “Key Topics”
  • Living roof substrate: 15–20cm depth, lightweight aggregate mix (perlite, compost, sand)
  • Plant selection: sedum species, native grasses, low-maintenance perennials
  • North slope coverage: full living roof for thermal mass and fire resistance
  • Solar panel mounting: aluminum rail system on south slope, 35° tilt angle
  • Structural load: roof designed for 200 kg/m² (living roof + snow + wind)
  • Wiring penetrations: conduit through gable end, sealed with EPDM boot