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There is something to be said about esthetics. Cities make a point to keep open space, and pay a high price to do so, because open spaces are psychologically v
by danielweber 11y ago
There is something to be said about esthetics. Cities make a point to keep open space, and pay a high price to do so, because open spaces are psychologically valuable for people who live in cities.
NB: I'm still skeptical about urban farming, and too much urban farming completely destroys the "open space" aspect.
- hanniabu 11y agoI wish I had the link on hand but there was a study not to long ago that being surrounded by more plants dramatically increases well being and relieves stress. I wouldn't be surprised if it plays an equal or greater roll in mental health than spacial openess.
- giltleaf 11y agoNot to any study in particular, but this article links to a few others that make that case https://urbanverticalproject.wordpress.com/2015/07/21/vertical-succulent-gardens/ https://urbanverticalproject.wordpress.com/2015/07/21/vertic...