Forum on Therapeutic Garden Design – 2nd Edition brings together the expertise of designers, health professionals, and researchers to explore how landscapes can actively support human healing and well-being. Published by the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) and The ASLA Fund, this edition builds upon years of interdisciplinary collaboration to define evidence-based principles for designing therapeutic gardens in healthcare facilities, senior living environments, and public spaces. Through case studies and design frameworks, it demonstrates how thoughtful landscape architecture can reduce stress, enhance recovery, and promote inclusive access to nature for people of all ages and abilities.
Beyond its clinical focus, the publication celebrates the emotional and social dimensions of healing landscapes — spaces where people find comfort, connection, and restoration. It highlights how sensory design, biodiversity, accessibility, and cultural sensitivity come together to create gardens that nurture both body and spirit. Forum on Therapeutic Garden Design – 2nd Edition serves as a comprehensive reference for professionals seeking to integrate wellness and landscape design as complementary disciplines.
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