Typology of vertical greenery system

Abstract

The vertical greenery system (VGS) has drawn a considerable attention over the past decades as a strategical element of urban landscape. Implementation of this system contributes to the achievement of a harmonious relationship between the built and natural environment, as well as to the abatement of pollution and improvement of the quality of environment. This paper presents study of typology of a vertical greenery system, and propose typical models formed according to a previously derived classification system.

Keywords

• urbanization
• green urban fabric
• ecological quality of cities
• vertical greenery system
• typology