During our time residing in Thailand, our family experienced the profound impact of losing close friends, particularly those of our children. Thailand and thirteen other countries were hit by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and Tsunami, which took hundreds of thousands of lives. In the immediate aftermath of the tragedy, we joined efforts at the airport to assist survivors, facilitating communication with their families and finding accommodations.

Subsequently, I was commissioned to design a Memorial Garden commemorating both the lives lost and the survivors of this devastating event. The Memorial Garden was thoughtfully conceived as a contemplative journey through family memories, offering a space for meaningful remembrance. The design process proved to be particularly challenging, yet it evolved into a transformative healing experience that continued throughout both the design and construction phases.