# Natural Healing Havens The Jurong General Hospital Prescribes Fesh Air and Greenery for the Sick By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-05-05 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jurong-general-hospital References: [ecofriend](http://www.ecofriend.com/entry/healthcare-design-introducing-nature-into-care/) & [som](http://www.som.com/content.cfm/paul_whitson_spoke_at_college_of_architecture_texas_a_m) It's a widely acknowledged fact that medical centers aren't the most effective healing environments, and an institution like the Jurong General Hospital is exactly what society needs to truly help cure the maladies of the masses. SOM Architects has proposed this lush landscaped structure for a new infirmary in Singapore, underlining an interest in improving the quality of one's [therapeutic experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palo-verde-aesthetic). The building is planned to have many [terraced balconies, green walls, green roofs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malpensa-hospital) and rolling lawns complete with trees, shrubs, flowers and water features. Bed-ridden patients will be afforded delightful views, while the mobile can take walks around the grounds. In an attempt to make the establishment more sustainable, the Jurong General Hospital also plans to grow fruit and vegetables onsite for the kitchen and cafeteria. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lush Landscaped Structures:** Designing medical centers with terraced balconies, green walls, and rolling lawns to improve the healing experience. - **Nature Therapy in Healthcare:** Creating therapeutic environments that embrace nature to enhance patient well-being. - **Sustainable Healthcare Facilities:** Incorporating on-site cultivation of fruit and vegetables to promote sustainability in healthcare. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Design:** Opportunity to revolutionize hospital design by incorporating natural elements for improved patient experience. - **Healthcare:** Potential for healthcare providers to prioritize nature therapy and create healing environments for patients. - **Sustainable Agriculture:** Exploring partnerships between healthcare facilities and local farms for on-site cultivation of produce. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Garden-Centric Health Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carcavelos-health-complex.md) - [Hotel-Based Garden Terraced Columns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pan-pacific-orchard.md) - [Therapeutic Architecture Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartland-whole-health-institute.md) - [Large Winter Garden Hospitals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midland-metropolitan-university-hospital.md) - [Futuristic Hospital Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jawaher-boston-medical-district.md) - [Garden City-Inspired Airport Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/changi-airport-1.md) - [Urban Oasis-Reflecting Hotel Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-standard-singapore.md) - [Tranquil Clinic Interior Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palo-verde-aesthetic.md) - [Garden-Surrounded Hospitals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malpensa-hospital.md)