Project detail

East Beach Café, Shoebury, Southend on Sea – Client was Southend on Sea Borough Council. The waterproofing was handled by Tower Roofing with Pritchard & Pritchard installing the green roof element.

The location of the site was tricky, coastal with sea breezes and saltwater spray. Harrowden advised and assisted in the design of the sedum extensive green roof, and worked to provide the type of planting best suited to this environment, and the overall success of the project.

Subsequently the issue of the wildflower requirement was highlighted from the planners. It was suggested that the green roof would be enhanced by adding additional wildflower plug plants. Alumasc and Harrowden liaised with the landscape architect and plants were chosen for their hardy nature. This would give them the best possible chance to establish permanently and these were subsequently installed into the green roof area. 

Testimonial

"Harrowden were both helpful and professional in the design of this project and when the project reached site the service didn’t disappoint, deliveries were prompt and the quality of product was excellent, I would recommend them to anyone involved in a green roof project."