As part of the main campus for Boston Children’s Hospital, this central healing garden and entry is designed for patients, families and caregivers to enhance the hospital’s daily experience. The rooftop garden located on the eleventh floor of the hospital’s main building serves as a tranquil refuge with quiet nooks for contemplation. This holistic garden offers breathtaking views of Boston’s skyline and harbor with lush knolls for free play, shaded seating outdoor rooms, and all season biodiverse plantings. The design thoughtfully accommodates children who are immunocompromised and those with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive space for all.

Along Longwood Avenue, a tapestry of green and blue pavers define the entry court, while a grove of birch trees and hedges frame a striking hand painted granite wall, inscribed with local flora and fauna. Together these design elements along with wayfinding signage offer a dynamic display of color and texture that enhances the welcoming atmosphere of this pediatric hospital entry experience.

Awards

• Chicago Athenaeum
• Good Design
• Pinnacle Award from Marble Institute
• Tucker Award from the Natural Stone Institute

News

• Use Natural Stone: “Playing Hide and Seek with Granite”
• Landscape Architecture Magazine: “Where We Get Stronger”
• Global Design News: “MYK Transforms BCH’s Rooftop into a Healing Garden”
• WBUR: “BCH Opens Rooftop Garden”