By Jennifer Walsh

I recently had the opportunity to meet Steve Nygren while we were at the Global Wellness Summit in Italy last fall. Steve told me about this community he founded years ago outside of Atlanta, Georgia. I was very intrigued, a type of nature community outside of Atlanta, Georgia? It seemed like an interesting location to have a sort of wellness village if you will. That is until you actually step foot on the expansive property of this community called Serenbe. Serenbe is nestled in the midst of a forest just 30 minutes south of Atlanta, Georgia. Steve has spent the better part of 20 years studying biophilic design and the health benefits of building community in harmony with nature. As Steve told me, “the land found us.” Steve wasn’t shopping for property nor did he ever envision his future in building a town rich in exquisite thoughtful design. He bought the property and built Serenbe in an effort to protect the land.