back yard therapy Create a sustainable outdoor living space to promote your health and wellbeing.
It can feel nearly impossible to escape the 24/7 news cycle or social media, and the mental exhaustion that follows. Wellness isn’t just about keeping the body healthy anymore; it’s about keeping the mind and spirit healthy, too. Research suggests one way of improving our mental health might be as simple as getting outdoors. A recent review from Cornell University found as little as 10 minutes a day of exposure to nature could lead to significant health improvements. These improvements include reduced heart rate, blood pressure, and cortisol, improved mood, reduced anxiety, stress, increased creativity, and improved attention spans. With this in mind, try creating a sustainable outdoor living space to promote your health and wellbeing.
Relaxation Station Fountains and reflecting pools provide tranquility to a backyard. Small fountains work almost anywhere or those who have more space are adding small streams that run throughout the yard. It’s a bonus if you can view those water features from inside the home, too. To get a spa feel, some homeowners are even installing outdoor showers. To respond to this trend, we’ve stepped up the relaxation items in-store such as fountains, firepits and new seating collections. The Antler Hill Collection in the Biltmore® by Castelle® line offers an invitation to relax in comfort. In creating Biltmore, George Vanderbilt envisioned a private, peaceful retreat where family and friends could (continued >)
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