Stepping out into my backyard, I’m greeted by a calming melody of sounds—the rustling leaves dancing on the wind, birds singing their beautiful songs, and water trickling from a nearby…
In a world becoming ever more reliant on screens and machines, it can seem odd to talk about how nature links up with technology. But now biophilia—humans’ inner need to…
In today’s densely packed urban environments, there is a strong desire that lies deep inside us all: the longing for green spaces and nature; the wish to feel clean air…
I’ll never forget standing on that little, winding trail; my left foot was so hot from the sunlight, while my right one felt so chilled by the shade! It was…
Amidst the busyness of modern life, one undeniable truth is clear: nature has a huge impact on kids’ young minds. The first time I stepped into an environment designed specifically…
As I amble into this alluring biophilic space, the air is so fragrant with the woodsy smell of timber, and my fingertips just glide across those sleek stone surfaces that…
Spending years relishing the singing of birds during coffee breaks or taking pleasure from occasional sunshine while strolling around the office made me feel an emptiness in this new digital…
For years, the fields of design and architecture have been focused on improving structures’ aesthetic and practical features. Nevertheless, not many attempts were made to connect our psychological well-being with…
You know, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how disconnected most retail spaces feel from anything remotely natural. Just last week, I walked into this massive department store downtown…
Years ago, while I was traveling around the world, I started to observe a common trend in architectural design. Be it the hustle and bustle of Tokyo or ancient cities…