Architecture and mental health wellbeing versus architecture therapy for mental disorders

Introduction Architecture is a particular art as well transversal science that evolves according to multiple variables call upon, aesthetics, sociology, political science, technology, history, cultures, economy, tourism, the satisfaction of human needs and physical/psychological health. It addresses four senses it humbly configures man’s environment, constitutes set or framework in which he becomes an actor, both overwhelming magical Aldo Rossi says (1981). Objectives We aim through this review show how does architecture affect mental health wellbeing what can we do create therapeutic architecture. Methods comprehensively scientific literature using Pubmed database other search platforms such Google scholar state relationship between delineate meaning therapy field disorders. Results Our bibliographic research revealed are directly linked concept architectural has been generated 1984 by Roger Ulrich, Professor at Centre for Health Design Sweden designate influence environment on healing recovery process patients. In fact, ability meaningful spaces. Churches, mosques cathedrals planned centuries ago testament wonders, they evoke sense magnificence, royalty, glory, serenity tranquility. The intriguing details these spaces were meant induce positive feelings emotions considered masterpieces day, continue fascinate humans around world. hand, many studies showed effect nature (therapeutic horticulture) exposure outdoors; towards distraction from stress anxiety levels patients care setup. Recent analyzed interior design (safety security, noise external stressors, space layout, nature, lighting atmosphere, art, community, etc…) important not only well-being centers, but also general their living environments. Conclusions Mental impacted different aspects design. Incorporating elements natural lighting, open floor plans, private community spaces, artwork, safety procedures, nature/views provides supportive treatment Disclosure Interest None Declared