AIA Southeast Asia/ SIA - Therapeutic Horticulture: Nature-Based Interventions for Health and Wellness

When: Saturday 25 April 2026 @ 09:00 (Singapore time)
Where: 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562

CES Credits - Estimated 2.5 LU/ HSWs for AIA Members

CPD Credits - 3 CPD

Speakers

Tham Xin Kai, Founder & Principal, Terrapy SG

Stephane Lasserre, Principal, HKS; Founder, Nobo Farms

Description

This in-person session brings together two complementary perspectives on nature-based design and urban resilience, exploring how planting, food systems, and architecture intersect to support well-being and sustainable living.

Tham Xin Kai, Founder of Terrapy SG, introduces participants to therapeutic horticulture as a growing nature-based approach within the built environment. Through a guided walkthrough of the Plant Therapy Studio greenhouse, the session will examine how intentional planting, sensory engagement, and restorative landscapes can enhance occupant well-being across healthcare, education, and social settings—including neurodivergent-supportive environments. The session concludes with a hands-on sensory planting activity.

Stephane Lasserre of HKS and founder of Nobo Farms presents an exploration of modular micro-farming systems in Singapore. Through a visit to the Nobo Farms prototype, participants will discover how compact, resource-efficient urban agriculture can contribute to more resilient neighbourhoods. The session highlights strategies such as reduced water and energy use, regenerative growing cycles, and shared infrastructure models, while also reflecting on architectural approaches suited to tropical environments.

Together, the sessions offer a holistic view of how integrating planting systems—from therapeutic landscapes to urban agriculture—can reshape the way we design for health, community, and environmental resilience.