La Jolla, California
Atop the rooftop of Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, California, NatureMaker’s custom-crafted outdoor olive trees bring tranquility and timeless Mediterranean charm to a high-elevation healing garden.
Standing between 12 and 14 feet tall with broad 12-foot canopy spans, these hand-sculpted botanical art pieces provide shade, structure, and serenity to the rooftop terrace—an area designed for peaceful reflection, wellness breaks, and restorative visits.
The trees were fabricated for long-term outdoor use and placed in geometric planters among curated plant beds and soft pathways. Their richly textured trunks, organic branching, and signature olive foliage evoke a natural rootedness in the middle of a clinical, high-tech environment.
This installation is part of a broader trend in healthcare design that embraces biophilic elements to promote emotional wellbeing. In this setting, NatureMaker’s lifelike trees contribute to a landscape that feels alive and personal—without the water or maintenance needs of live specimens.
