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10+ Scandinavian Houses With Green Roofs Look Straight Out Of A Fairytale

Scandinavians are serious about their green roofs. They've had them for a while now and it doesn't look like they're going anywhere. They even have a competition every year to determine the best green roof project in Scandinavia by the Scandinavian Green Roof Association! But there is a reason why Scandinavians like these green roofs so much... They are not only a beautiful feature for a house, but they also offer numerous social, environmental and financial benefits. They absorb rainwater, reduce winter heating costs, reduce summer air-conditioning costs, provide insulation, and are long lasting - just to name a few.

Keep on scrolling to take a look at ours compiled list of the most unique and beautiful living roofs in Scandinavia.


 




#1 Hofskirkja, Iceland




Hofskirkja, Iceland









#2 Vatnajökull Nationalpark, Iceland



Vatnajökull Nationalpark, Iceland






#3 Renndølsetra, Norway



Renndølsetra, Norway







#4 Thjorsardalur, Iceland



Thjorsardalur, Iceland




 


#5 Skalholt, Iceland



Skalholt, Iceland




 


#6 Norway



Norway




 


#7 Saksun Village, Streymoy, Faroe Islands



Saksun Village, Streymoy, Faroe Islands




 


#8 Torshavn, Faroe Islands



Torshavn, Faroe Islands




 



#9 Church Of Funningur, Faroe Islands



Church Of Funningur, Faroe Islands











#10 Mikladalur, Faroe Islands



Mikladalur, Faroe Islands