Environmental wellness: how our surroundings shape our physical and mental health

We often think of wellness in terms of diet, exercise, or self-care, but rarely do we pause to consider how profoundly our environment shapes our wellbeing. Environmental wellness is the recognition that our physical surroundings—where we live, work, and play—can significantly influence both our physical and mental health. And when it comes to Mater Prize Home No. 321… well this is one home that was certainly designed with optimal wellness in mind!

Space to Breathe

 From the air we breathe to the natural light we soak up each day, the spaces we occupy have a tangible effect on our body and mind. Natural environments—parks, oceans, green spaces and the like—have been consistently linked with reduced stress, improved mood, and better overall health. Manmade structures that integrate seamlessly with their natural surroundings can help bring the benefits of natural exposure from the outside in. 
Situated on a calm and peaceful stretch of canal on the Gold Coast’s exclusive Hope Island, Mater Prize Home No. 321 capitalises on its waterfront position, with floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors flooding its interior with natural light and offering expansive views to the lush outdoors. Directly across the canal, the tranquil, rolling greens of the Links Hope Island Golf Course offer an even greater perspective to nature, and a calming effect in the eye of the beholder.

Wellness by Design

 While environmental stressors like noise, pollution, clutter, or a lack of access to greenery can increase the risk of anxiety, depression, and chronic disease, a wellness supporting environment balances aesthetic aspects with function and harmony. For example, well-ventilated spaces with good air quality can improve concentration and reduce fatigue. Access to natural light boosts the body’s production of serotonin and regulates circadian rhythms, improving both mood and sleep, and a feeling of safety and security in your space can ease stress levels. 

Not only is Mater Prize Home No. 321 spacious, open, light-filled, and quiet, it’s also situated within exclusive Links Hope Island, a gated estate with 24-hour security and a well-established community of residents. This is the ultimate environment to support a peaceful and stress-free daily existence. 

Space to Play

 Home and workplace design is critical in the pursuit of maximising environmental wellness, but it’s not the only factor. Ease of access to fitness, wellness, and social pursuits can also dramatically impact how readily you’re willing and able to participate in activities that can positively impact your physical and mental health. 

Positioned just a two-minute drive from the Links Hope Island Golf Course—and coming complete with a golf buggy and two sets of clubs—Mater Prize Home No. 321 is a golfer’s dream home… but that’s not all. With the on-site Champions Day Spa and Yoga Now studio, as well as a thriving social community, this estate home is perfectly poised to offer something for everyone. And that’s before you even head out the gates.  

Included in the $4.3M prize package is a Lexus RX 500h and a Bayliner VR6 Bowrider boat, meaning all the exciting and lifestyle-affirming attractions of this beautiful region—both on the land and sea—are easily accessible for the lucky winner. From the world-famous beaches and abundant waterways to the lush hinterland, bustling farmers’ markets, shopping, dining… and everything in between!

Rarely does a home tick all the boxes in terms of clever and luxurious design, perfect position, and access to lifestyle and environmental aspects that truly make a positive impact. Don’t miss your chance to see how good life can be and feel with this $4.3M prize package. Get your $2 tickets in the draw today! 

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