Integrating Mental Well-Being into Urban Design

Lately, I’ve been reflecting on how urban design can better support mental health. With so much focus on physical infrastructure, I feel there’s a real opportunity to weave emotional and psychological well-being into our cityscapes. For example, how can we design spaces that reduce stress or encourage social connection? I’d love to hear your thoughts on practical ways to incorporate mindfulness, nature, or even elements of biophilic design into urban projects. What approaches have you seen work well, and how do we measure their impact on community well-being?