Stone & Natural Materials in Biophilic Interiors
As we explore how to create biophilic interiors, it’s worth noting that the space will either feel “alive” or “dead”. One of the primary reasons for this is the type…
Biophilic Bathroom Design Creating Restorative Spaces
Your bathroom is the only room in your home where you will always be alone. It’s where you begin each day, unwind after work and process your emotional responses to…
Biophilic Living Rooms Creating Real Sanctuary Spaces
I have been working with individuals for the past 15 years to help them create the perfect living room that will support their well-being, and provide them with a place…
Biophilic Kitchen Design For Real Homes The Complete Guide
I’ve been redesigning kitchens in London, Manchester, and Bristol for twelve years now. I’ve worked with renters in studio flats with zero natural light, homeowners with conservation order restrictions, and…
The Benefits of Biophilic Design: What the Research Actually Shows
I read a lot of research. Thousands of studies on biophilic design, environmental psychology, occupational health, and wellness. My purpose is to find out what the data really tells us—not…
Biophilic Design for Small Spaces & Apartments: Maximizing Nature in Limited Environments
The biggest problem in most UK flats—especially those in London—is the amount of daylight they receive. Most of the time, this is due to their original architecture—Victorian conversions with small…
Biophilic Design for Offices & Workplaces: The Business Case and Implementation Reality
I have worked with organisations for 15 years developing and implementing biophilic design as part of their workplace strategy, and I believe I am seeing a fundamental shift in the…
Water Features and Water Walls in Biophilic Design
As someone who has worked on water feature installations in offices, retail and health care for 15 years, I can say that they are very beneficial, but also the most…
Natural Materials for Interior Design: Wood, Stone & Sustainable Options
Biophilic design has been defined primarily in terms of light, plants and ventilation. Yet, the materials we contact in a room; wood flooring, stone shelves, natural fibres in our furniture…
The role of natural light in biophilic design
When I remodeled an office in Manchester last year, the first thing I didn’t do was add plants or change the colour scheme. I assessed where the windows were located…