Serenbe, an award-winning biophilic community located just outside of Atlanta, has been selected as the "World's Greatest Biophilic Community" by the national television series World's Greatest! The recognition, announced by the series that goes behind the scenes to spotlight noteworthy companies, organizations, and destinations, underscores the growing importance of biophilic design in creating sustainable, healthful communities. The Serenbe segment showcases the community's pioneering approach to creating a place where people, nature, and community are designed to thrive together.
For the feature, the World's Greatest! film crew traveled to Chattahoochee Hills to capture life throughout Serenbe, from its trails, farm, and farmers market to its architecture, restaurants, Inn, and streetscapes. The segment also features interviews with Serenbe Founder Steve Nygren and COO Garnie Nygren, along with Serenbe residents, exploring the vision behind the community and how its biophilic design connects people to nature through thoughtful land planning, fresh food, wellness, the arts, and everyday opportunities to spend time outdoors.
"Serenbe was founded on the belief that development doesn't have to come at the expense of nature and that the two actually enhance one another," said Steve Nygren, Founder of Serenbe. "Being selected as the World's Greatest Biophilic Community is an exciting opportunity to share what we've learned at Serenbe and show a national audience there is a different way to think about how we build communities and live our daily lives." This recognition is significant because it brings national attention to a model of development that prioritizes environmental stewardship and human well-being, offering a counter-narrative to conventional suburban sprawl.
The implications of this announcement extend beyond Serenbe itself. As cities and towns across the country grapple with challenges related to climate change, mental health, and social isolation, Serenbe's approach demonstrates that integrating nature into the built environment can foster stronger communities and healthier lifestyles. The community of over 800 residents is set among acres of preserved forests and meadows with miles of nature trails that connect homes and restaurants with arts and businesses. Focused on wellbeing, Serenbe offers fresh food, over 300 days of arts and cultural programming, multiple independent shops, a 27-room Inn, a new wellness retreat, four restaurants, and a working organic farm.
You can check out the Serenbe segment from the World's Greatest! episode here and for more information about Serenbe, visit Serenbe.com. The national exposure could inspire other developers and municipalities to adopt biophilic principles, potentially accelerating the shift toward more sustainable and community-oriented living environments. Moreover, it validates the economic viability of such projects, as Serenbe has thrived for nearly two decades since its founding in 2004 by the Nygren family. The best reason to live here is the life here, and now a national audience will see why.
