How do you say green roof in Korean?

Ah, yes. Finally some lone-coffee-shop time to update. I’m currently situated at Yonsei University in Seoul, South Korea to explore, wander, and learn. I'm posting about my green roof discovery for the sake of youCgreen, so please, may I have your attention for just a few more minutes!

A couple weeks ago, I was looking out my friend's dorm window and I noticed a random patch of green. Hmm, how peculiar.

Do you see it?

Could it be? A green roof sighting in Korea? I was so excited when I saw this since I had already been planning to further my green roof research in Korea. I didn't expect to stumble upon my research so easily. I soon made my way to the ladder that would lead me to the green. 

It was a little silly of me to think I could climb up without being stopped by authority... Although I was prevented in my first and second attempt, I made it to the top on the third. Unfortunately, I couldn't investigate as much as I wanted since it was dark. I wasn't able to see how deep the soil was or what types of plants were used. However, I do know there is no irrigation system installed since it rains and snows here often. 

A bit dark, but here it is

Day-time bird's eye view

This green roof is planted over a laundry room. Smart planning since laundry rooms tend to get hot and stuffy so quickly. I have several weeks left here so I'm eager to further my research. Korea's already cooler than I thought. Hoorah for green roofs!

My second green roof sighting: 

In a more natural setting

Notice that this one blends in with its environment more inconspicuously. This happens over time when seeds from surrounding foliage blows onto the rooftop soil. From the withered look of the building's material, this guy's been around for quite a while. 

So, what does this mean? It means UC Irvine could be the second university that I've attended that uses green roofs.  

I have my hopes up high so you should too!