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ROOF GARDENS: TRANSFORMING CITIES FROM CONCRETE JUNGLES TO URBAN OASIS

Linked here is a presentation delivered to #APLD - the Association of Professional Landscape Designers on the history of roof gardens and their benefits. From historical examples within various cultures, including ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, Rome, and the Renaissance. The use of roof gardens for entertainment and leisure in the 19th and early 20th centuries is also explored. The presentation concludes by emphasizing the potential of roof gardens to improve our well-being and the environment, and encourages the creation of more roof gardens in urban areas.

Explore the history and advantages of roof gardens, from ancient origins to modern solutions for creating green spaces and sustainable cities.