Our high technology buildings + homes tread lightly on nature, but they are ultimately designed to spare us from nature’s variability and unpredictability.
Humans and Home
How do we build human habitat instead of human enclosures amongst the suburban sprawl?
This movement will explore the needs of the earth and the human occupants. What we will learn is that both needs are one and the same.
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We have spent over a decade trying to save the earth from the footprint of our built environments.
Sustainability is now a key consideration in the design, construction, and operation of buildings and cities.
But in this pursuit of sustainability have we forgotten the very needs of those who occupy these spaces?
We need to redefine how we live, work and play.
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What is Biophilia?
Biophilia, a term popularized by American biologist Edward O. Wilson in the 1980s, describes humans’ innate connection to nature. It encompasses our inherent need to interact with the natural environment. This concept has gained traction in various fields, from architecture to psychology, emphasizing how this connection can enhance our well-being and productivity.
5 Ways to Bring Outdoors in for Better Mental and Physical
Leafy plants and blooming flowers offer a pleasure everyone can universally admire. There is an abundance of medical science research proving there’s a strong connection between time spent in nature and reduced stress, depression, and anxiety. Different religions and cultural experiences throughout the world encourage meditation by connecting with nature. As one ages, it’s extremely …
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Is your home space ideal during this social isolation?
It’s with the upmost importance that we all do our part to tackle this public health crisis. Staying at home is a simple request but as time goes by, are we getting stressed out by our own homes? Working along-side your spouse and having your kids running amuck certainly doesn’t help. What can we do …
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