I always think back to a small cafe I found during a trip to a coastal town when reflecting on spaces that inject life into our everyday environments. The cafe…
There’s something magic about walking into a space that carries both the calm of nature and the thrill of play. When I design spaces meant for leisure, relaxation, and entertainment,…
Experiencing a university campus that has adopted biophilic design is something unique. From the moment you step onto such a campus, you can sense the immediate and vital link between…
There is something tremendously invigorating about moving through a colorful downtown landscape and coming upon a wall that is not just artistically decorated but is positively thriving. Vertical gardens—also known…
Biophilic design can have a profound impact on the kinds of care environments that I have worked with for almost two decades. In particular, I have seen nursing homes and…
From a young age, stories of ancient cultures and their profound relationship with the territory have always piqued my interest. My grandmother used to tell me stories about how her…
My whole outlook on design was transformed last summer when I took up residence in a little boutique hotel. Its stylish lobby hinted at what was to come, with its…
Before, I used to think workplace productivity was closely tied to the most cutting-edge tech gear, the most ergonomic seating, and the most phenomenally streamlined workflows. But then I walked…
The busyness of modern life often makes us overlook that we, too, are part of the natural world. Though the National Park Service “sets aside certain places to preserve and…