West Bloomfield Residence

West Bloomfield, Michigan

Solutions Provided

  • Design and Consulting – Our design and consulting team collaborated closely with the homeowner and architect to integrate the green roof seamlessly into the modern renovation, ensuring both functional performance and aesthetic cohesion.
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  • Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) – As a key GSI feature, the green roof captures and manages stormwater on-site, reducing runoff, improving water quality, and contributing to a more resilient urban environment.
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  • Green Roof – The custom semi-intensive green roof, planted with native species and select cultivars, enhances biodiversity, provides seasonal interest, and elevates the home’s contemporary design with a living architectural statement.
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  • Irrigation – A low-flow irrigation system was thoughtfully designed to support plant establishment and provide efficient supplemental watering during dry periods, ensuring long-term plant health and performance.

Project Description

As part of a complete modern renovation of this private residence, Inhabitect installed a custom designed semi-intensive green roof to complement the home’s bold architectural upgrades. Positioned over a large exterior structure integrated into the home’s layout,
the green roof serves as both a functional stormwater management solution and a striking visual feature.

Planted entirely with native species and select native cultivars, this rooftop landscape was designed for biodiversity, seasonal interest, and strong ecological performance. A low-flow irrigation system was installed to support plant establishment and provide supplemental water during periods of drought.

A unique oculus—a distinctive architectural element—required close coordination and precise detailing to ensure proper drainage and visual harmony.

The result is a high-performing green roof that supports native ecology, improves stormwater management, and reinforces the clean, modern aesthetic of the home’s overall renovation.