Countless studies have shown that being outside is good for your overall health. According to the American Society of Landscape Architects, time spent outdoors enhances self-esteem and mood and improves cognitive function and memory-related abilities, to name a few of the many known benefits. That’s one of the reasons Options, Inc. decided to develop a new outdoor programming space at our facility in Big Lake. The space is known as “Outside Options.” As we planned this space, we considered design elements that will enrich our outdoor space for our clients and their friends and family. We created an accessible layout that benefits all types of users, with different areas designed for eating, recreation, and relaxation.