These elevated outdoor care retreats embrace the healing powers of nature. Completed by Snøhetta, the two structures were commissioned by the Friluftssykehuset Foundation and are intended to be used by patients of the Oslo University Hospital and the Sørlandet Hospital -- two of Norway's largest hospitals.
The concept behind the two outdoor care retreats is quite tranquil. Not only do patients get away from the tech-immersed and busy environment of today but they also get to "spend time with relatives and friends away from the hospital corridors." Affirming the belief that healing is not only associated with medicine but is also a state of mind, Snøhetta's holistic care retreats will be a testimony of the benefits of uninterrupted nature.
Photo Credits: Ivar Kvaal (of the Sørlandet Hospital retreat)
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Nature-induced Wellness
- Opportunity for businesses to tap into the growing demand for nature-based retreats that promote wellness and healing through outdoor experiences.
- Holistic Care Retreats
- Disruptive innovation potential for the healthcare industry to shift focus towards holistic care by incorporating nature-based retreats as part of patient treatments.
- Tech-detoxification
- Emerging trend of providing technology-free environments for patients seeking to disconnect, recharge, and improve their well-being.
Sectors Adopting This
- Hospitality Industry
- Opportunity for hotels, resorts, and retreat centers to cater to the wellness-focused audience by offering nature-centric retreats and experiences.
- Healthcare Industry
- Potential for hospitals and healthcare facilities to incorporate nature-based retreats and outdoor care as part of their patient care programs.
- Wellness Industry
- Disruption in the wellness industry with an emphasis on outdoor retreats and nature-based therapies as a new approach to holistic well-being.
