We designed a comprehensive project atlas exploring Switzerland’s pioneering green roof initiatives. “Grüne Dächer. Geschichte, Planung, Gestaltung” documents 16 flat roofs across the country, showcasing how sustainable habitats can be planned, designed, and managed high above street level. Each roof is dissected through detailed cross-sectional drawings, whilst a thematic scale system enables systematic comparison between projects. This Swiss-bound publication transforms scientific research from ZHAW’s Urban Ecology research group into an accessible visual compendium that bridges the gap between ecological theory and practical urban planning.