With most of our lives spent indoors and knowing the wellness benefits of being around nature, it’s important that we consider how to include biophilic elements when designing a space.
“Coined in the 1980s, the design industry has leveraged it in healing environments, but rarely implemented it thoughtfully and at large scale in other built environments,” Heather Greene, senior associate for PRISM newsletters, wrote in a recent article.
A recent study sponsored by Stantec identified the impact of biophilic design and its effect on wellness. Conducted by the T. H. Chan School of Public Health, results showed that various types of biophilia had a positive impact on people’s wellbeing.
For example, biophilic patterns emphasize replicating nature; usually through the flooring, wall design/décor or even textiles. Visual connections to nature create a “shift in energy” that allows you to relax.
Read about other methods of biophilic design in the full article on PRISM here.
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