The Freedom from Torture Garden: A Sanctuary for Survivors
The Freedom from Torture Garden: A Sanctuary for Survivors
The Freedom from Torture Garden is a place of sanctuary, of peace and hope where horticultural therapy calms, heals and restores survivors of torture on their journey to recovery.
The garden is designed to be a curvaceous and immersive space, where the visitor can engage in therapy one-to-one, with family, or in a group. The communal bread oven brings survivors together to share stories and build new friendships.
Sculptural streams of willow divide the space, enwrap the visitor and provide an organic place of sanctuary.
A sinuous water rill offers both irrigation for the plants, and restorative relaxation. Naturalistic planting stimulates happier memories of home and edible produce nourishes both body and soul.
