Sanctuary Garden
Silver Medal
Silver Medal
The Freedom from Torture Garden: A Sanctuary for Survivors
Designed by Emma O'Connell, John Warland
Photo: Royal Horticultural Society
About this garden
The story
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.
Award
Recognition
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Silver MedalRHS
The people behind it
Designers
Wider Team 1
Brought to life by
Organisations
Design Studio 1
Landscaper 1
Plant Providers 4
Suppliers 10
Sponsor 1
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