CinderBloom & Baraka
Have you ever considered turning a concrete rooftop into a training ground that feeds itself with plants—shade for the body, roots for the mind? I’d love to see how we could make that work.
That’s exactly the kind of dream I keep sketching in my notebook—turning a dull concrete roof into a living gym where the plants do the heavy lifting. We could start with a layer of permeable pavers and a shallow rootbed, then plant shade‑tolerant trees and vines that double as exercise walls, plus a drip line of herbs like mint or rosemary that give a mental boost with every breath. If we add a small rain barrel and a few vertical planters, the roof can feed itself, keep the air fresh, and give the body a natural workout while the roots calm the mind. Let’s grab a coffee and map out the layout—this could change how people see city rooftops forever!