US Patent 12071764 Roofing systems utilizing embedded decorative layer

A roof system for forming a roof includes a first layer positioned over a substrate, the first layer including a translucent material adapted to be exposed to weather, and a second layer positioned between the first layer and the substrate. The second layer is a decorative layer with decorative features such as, for example, an image, design, color, pattern, picture, fabric, or combinations thereof. The decorative features of the second layer are visible through the first layer.