Salutogenic Landscape Design with Cognitive Restoration Stimuli for Stress Intervention

Sharifah Khalizah Syed Othman Thani; Hazreena Hussein; Martina Föhn; Siew Cheok Ng

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v8i25.4841

Authors

Sharifah Khalizah Syed Othman Thani 1 Centre of Studies for Landscape Architecture, College of Built Environment, Universiti Teknologi MARA, 42300 Bandar Puncak Alam, Malaysia, 2 Centre of Sustainable Planning & Real Estate, Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Hazreena Hussein Centre of Sustainable Planning & Real Estate, Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Martina Föhn Institute for Environment and Natural Resources, ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Campus Gruental, Wadenswil, Switzerland
Siew Cheok Ng Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universiti Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v8i25.4841

Keywords:

Salutogenic Design, Landscape Attributes, Cognitive Restoration, Stress Intervention

Abstract

This study explores the potential of neighbourhood parks in reducing stress and promoting mental well-being in urban settings. Through in-depth interviews with experts in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and landscape architecture, landscape attributes influencing psychological well-being were identified. Thematic analysis revealed the importance of human-centred design and incorporating elements that inspire enthusiasm for cognitive restoration. The study resulted in a salutogenic and cognitive landscape framework that integrating cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) into the park design. This framework offers valuable insights and practical guidance for creating healing spaces in neighbourhood parks, catering to physical and psychological needs in urban environments.

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