We believe access to nature and access to good design are fundamental human rights.
The Health in Access to Nature and Design Living Lab (HANDLL) is directed by Naomi A. Sachs at the University of Maryland, Dept. of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture.
Current Research
We collaborate across fields and industries to explore questions around access to nature, design, and health.
Design Empathy
Can empathy be taught and fostered as part of design education? We think the answer is yes, and we’re exploring how.
Library Landscapes
Through a Hatch Grant, we are researching how outdoor spaces at public libraries can extend the mission outside.
Assessing Healthcare Garden Quality
We use the Healthcare Garden Evaluation Toolkit (H-GET) to measure how well healthcare gardens are performing.
