Harmony in Nature: Designing Ecotherapy Based Mental Development Facilities on the German River Deli Serdang

Abstract

This thesis reviews the concept of 'Harmony in Nature', which combines ecotherapy with biophilic architecture in an effort to design a mental development facility on the banks of the German River, Deli Serdang. This research highlights how interaction with nature can be a catalyst for mental recovery and the improvement of individual morality. Incorporating natural elements such as running water, green vegetation, and abundant natural light, the facility's design aims to create an environment that supports holistic health. Ecotherapy, as a healing method based on interaction with nature that emphasizes the importance of human connection with nature. Through this approach, the designed facility serves not only as a place of therapy but also as an example of sustainable architecture that promotes ecological balance and human well-being. This study is expected to provide in-depth and practical insights on how architectural design in harmony with nature can contribute positively to the mental development of individuals, as well as have a positive environmental impact in the German River area, Deli Serdang.