Rooftop living in a city like New York demands more than aesthetics—it demands endurance. With temperatures that can swing from sweltering summers to icy winters, building a rooftop space that looks stunning and performs year-round takes more than creativity—it takes mastery. That’s where Tier II Landscape Design excels.
Designing for the Demands of the Sky
Tier II has built its reputation by tackling one of the most complex challenges in urban design: the rooftop. Their integrated design-build approach ensures that creative vision translates directly into technical execution—without compromise.
Elevated environments face punishing winds, intense UV exposure, and limited infrastructure space. Where others see constraints, Tier II sees opportunity. Each project begins with environmental analysis—from wind load and solar mapping to freeze-thaw patterns—guiding custom solutions like integrated drainage, wind barriers, and winterized irrigation systems.
Dynamic Landscapes for Every Season
Rooftop gardens in NYC can’t be one-season wonders. Tier II curates plant palettes that evolve visually through spring, summer, fall, and winter. From bright perennials to sculptural trees and evergreen grasses, each landscape tells a different story as the year progresses.
What’s invisible is just as important as what’s seen. Beneath every path or planter lies a hidden structure of root barriers, waterproof membranes, and reinforced frames—built to withstand extreme conditions and keep the beauty above thriving.
Performance Meets Lifestyle
Tier II’s work isn’t just about greenery—it’s about creating livable luxury. Fire features, heated seating, retractable pergolas, and ambient lighting ensure rooftop spaces are usable and welcoming in any season. These aren’t just gardens—they’re extensions of the home designed for gathering, relaxing, and recharging.
Materials are selected not just for style, but for longevity. Modular systems, temperature-resistant surfaces, and corrosion-proof fixtures make rooftop living effortless, functional, and enduring.
One Vision, Fully Realized
What sets Tier II apart is its commitment to unifying vision and execution. Their design-build model removes the gap between idea and reality—allowing them to deliver rooftop experiences that are beautiful, technical, and lasting by design.
In a city where space is scarce and expectations are high, Tier II Landscape Design is elevating what’s possible. With innovation above and engineering beneath, they’re turning rooftops into enduring sanctuaries.
Disclaimer: Written in partnership with APG.
