the place.
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Not a place, but a chance to begin again.
For an elderly person released from prison, the world is no longer familiar. Not a single object, not a single person, not even a single street… That’s where The Place steps in—building a sense of familiarity right in the heart of this strangeness.
Here, a plant is watered, and its growth is observed. Eye contact is made with a dog, conversations are shared.
“A plant is a bond rebuilt over time. An animal is the voice of a forgotten feeling.”
The plant and animal workshops are not just spaces for production—they are spaces for healing. Gardens bear witness to songs, to silent conversations. Everyone has a plant, a story, a companion. Stays are temporary; because this is a stopover, but it leaves a lasting impact.
The Place is not just a location. It becomes meaningful through those who live in it.
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