On October 17, 2023, a new Therapeutic Garden was inaugurated in Kyiv at the VDNH, aimed at aiding recovery and providing emotional support for those in need, especially veterans. This project is a collaboration with the Ministry of Veterans Affairs and the architectural firm PUPA, part of the national strategy to create barrier-free environments.

The Therapeutic Garden at VDNH engages visitors through five senses: sight, smell, hearing, touch, and taste. It is a space for creative interaction, promoting health through movement in nature. The garden features zones for therapeutic gardening, adaptive sports, body practices, and group meetings.

Ukraine's First Lady, Olena Zelenska, remarked: "Here, in the garden, we can return to feelings of safety and calm. This is the therapeutic effect of nature, proven by numerous studies. I hope more such places will emerge in Ukraine."

Currently, therapeutic programs are being developed for specialists to work with military personnel, veterans, their families, and civilians undergoing rehabilitation. The location will be open to visitors year-round.

All plants in the garden are chosen to positively influence the emotional state of visitors. They are arranged in a natural style, without symmetry, creating a vibrant atmosphere throughout the year. Plants require time to adapt and form a complete landscape.

Max Yakover, founder of Big City Lab, explains: "We studied this topic for a year to create a garden that truly has therapeutic functions. It’s not just a beautiful place, but one that aids in rehabilitation."

The Therapeutic Garden also features a lighting system designed to create a cozy atmosphere.

The entire space is barrier-free, with comfortable resting areas and accessible elements for people with disabilities. Navigation for visually impaired visitors has been developed, including tactile elements.

This project aims to serve as a model for similar initiatives in Ukraine, promoting improved quality of life for individuals who have experienced trauma.