TEST
Tutor:
So, let’s hear what you’re doing for your next project.
Student:
I’ve decided to design a roof garden for a supermarket. I’ve been looking at some on the
web and I think that a garden on top of a building is the up-and-coming thing.
Tutor:
OK. So you’ve done a bit of reading already? What benefits would there be for the client?
Why do you think a supermarket chain would be willing to meet the expense of
construction? You do realize that would be the first thing they raise.
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Q22
Student:
Yes, I know. But I’d explain that in spite of the initially high expense, they would save that
much in approximately five years. Well, I’d have to do sums, I mean calculate specifically…
Tutor:
Yes, how would the saving come about?
Student:
Mainly through lower heating and aircon bills. The extra insulation offered by having a layer
of living plants in the soil would make a huge difference.
Tutor: OK.
But they might feel the expense of maintenance would be an issue. After all,
