Repositioning Children's Developmental Needs in Space Planning: A Review of Connection to Nature

The past few decades have shown that the opportunity for children to have a direct connection with nature and outdoor environment declined due to rapid urbanization. Children are facing various physical and health problems as consequences from this phenomenon. This paper presents a review on benefits of nature on children's developmental needs. The review also highlights children's experiences in nature and effects of disconnection from the nature. In summary, it is crucial to understand children's view towards nature and environment in creating spaces that reconnect them with nature. Designing for children today is indeed designing for the future, as well.