The health and wellbeing benefits of a calming, tranquil outdoor space have been proven and can undoubtedly have a profound effect on our overall health, physically and mentally.

According to the WHO, depression is now the second largest cause of disability worldwide and its social and economic impact is far-reaching. Studies have shown that exposure to natural environments enhances our ability to recover from stress, illness and injury and can provide a wide range of social, physiological and psychological benefits. 

Urban space degradation is a worldwide problem, in part due to economics but is also affected greatly by migration and climate change. Green spaces are vital in the urban landscape and where possible, businesses can create outdoor spaces that will have a positive impact on people, biodiversity, and the surrounding area.

Encouraging positive interactions between people and nature with the implementation of therapeutic spaces can only help to create a sustainable, healthy community.