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Jurong Lake Gardens, a cherished landmark with roots dating back to the 1970s, underwent a large restoration in 2019, rejuvenating both the Singaporean community and its local wildlife. The park embraces a nature-based approach to combat the impacts of climate change and has brought back the freshwater swamp forest that once stood on the site, creating a sanctuary filled with inclusive outdoor spaces and indigenous flora and fauna. @urbanlandinstitute’s new report, "Parks That Protect", highlights "leading-edge waterfront park projects that are designed to protect their neighborhoods from climate threats while improving residents’ health and quality of life." Designed by the landscape team in Singapore, Jurong Lake Gardens is one of seven case studies in the report: "Exemplifying Singapore’s vision to become a “city in nature” and inspired by the ideas of thousands of the city-state’s citizens, the lakeside park restores the site’s original freshwater swamp forest as a powerful tool to enhance climate resilience and biodiversity, reconnecting people to the island’s rich flora and fauna, and provide more nature-based recreational opportunities," states @urbanlandinstituteget. Access the full report through the link in our bio. #henninglarsen #henninglarsenarchitects #Singapore #landscapedesign #architecture #design #biodiversity #inclusivity #sustainability #climatechange #solutions #restoration