The scene depicts construction workers on the roof of a red brick building, against a cloudy sky. Dust rises from the rooftop. In the foreground is a wooden fence, a park bench, a trash receptacle, and a traditional street lamp. A portion of a building with decorative woodwork can be seen on the left side of the frame. Another building, seemingly under construction, stands in the background along with a tall steeple with a cross on top. The ground appears to be paved.