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UK Design Firm Plans Biophilic Workspace

UK Design Firm Plans Biophilic Workspace

UK architectural design and engineering firm Foster and Partners submitted the plans for a 22-story development near the Shard London Bridge. The development is estimated to be 46,200 square meters and will function as a biophilic workspace and “commercial hub,”...

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Greenbuild 2020 Talks Benefits of Biophilic Design

Greenbuild 2020 Talks Benefits of Biophilic Design

The final day of the virtual Greenbuild 2020 summit featured a session on the benefits of biophilic design in learning, retail/hospitality and working environments. The one-hour discussion included Jim Determan (principal, Craig Gaulden Davis), David Kepron...

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Implementing Sustainable Biophilic Design

Implementing Sustainable Biophilic Design

In a recent post, Silvia of blog D for Design discussed different examples of sustainable and biophilic design and how they challenge what we think we knew about bringing a space to life. The first example is raw wool from designer Lottozero’s Robotuft project....

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Businesses and Biophilic Design

Businesses and Biophilic Design

“To be truly productive…you need presence of mind rather than simply being present in the flesh. Today, rather than turn up early to read the papers and smell the coffee, that means taking more than a keen interest in the health and wellbeing of staff.” Writer Stephen...

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Biophilic Infrastructure Key to Healthier Living

Biophilic Infrastructure Key to Healthier Living

While the pandemic has increased our attention to hygiene and the cleanliness of where we eat, sleep and work, it has also highlighted a number of societal issues. Now, more than ever, we’re questioning our preparedness for situations like the COVID pandemic and...

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A Biophilic City: The History of Singapore

A Biophilic City: The History of Singapore

Considering how the island has changed since it was colonized by the British in 1819, who would’ve thought Singapore would become the biophilic phenom it is today. Ninety-five percent of its vegetation had been cleared as its population grew and infrastructure...

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Biophilic Design in Workspaces

Biophilic Design in Workspaces

Over the course of the pandemic, while many employees worked from home, companies began recognizing how their environment and wellbeing affected their job performance and productivity. In an interview with UK News Group, designer Akil Gordon Beckford explained how...

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Biophilic Design and Community

Biophilic Design and Community

The same way being in touch with nature can improve individual wellbeing, being part of a community is also important. A recent post from the design blog D for Design explains the importance of communities in allowing us to share experiences, show and receive support...

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What Will Office Life Look Like Post-Pandemic?

What Will Office Life Look Like Post-Pandemic?

While remote workers are trying to figure out a workspace in their homes, companies are pondering the need for physical office space and how to keep workers healthy there. With new outbreaks coming in waves, the rate at which employees are returning to the office is...

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