Biophilic fashion: Nature-Inspired Clothing and Textiles
I never thought my work in biophilic design would lead me into the world of fashion, but here I am, completely obsessed with how clothing can reconnect us to the…
I Started Tracking My Biophilic Tendencies (The Data Changed How I Work)
I had to Google “biophile” the first time someone used it to describe me. This was about two years ago during a productivity-focused Slack discussion where I’d shared some photos…
Why Most Biophilic Design Projects Fail (And What Actually Works for Productivity)
Last month I was tracking down some workspace inspiration and ended up in the lobby of this massive tech company downtown. They had this incredible living wall installation – probably…
I Found the Ultimate Productivity Hack Hidden in a Warehouse – And It’s Not What You Think
Last month I was driving around Austin’s east side looking for a decent standing desk on Craigslist when I spotted this warehouse with “Restore Design Centre” painted across the front.…
What I Learned From Timothy Beatley About Creating Kid-Friendly Cities (And Why It Matters for Our Neighborhoods)
I discovered Timothy Beatley’s work on biophilic cities during one of those late-night deep dives that happens when you’re trying to figure out why your kids seem so much happier…
Regenerative design in landscape architecture: Green Outdoor Systems
Standing in my client’s backyard last Tuesday, I watched their four-year-old daughter pick up a handful of soil from what used to be a sterile lawn and let it run…
Biophilic schools: How Nature Enhances Learning
Standing in the courtyard of Singapore's Khoo Teck Puat Hospital during my brief stint there, I watched something remarkable unfold. Children from the nearby kindergarten weren't just visiting – they…
Biophilic means: A Complete Guide
You know, I get this question at least three times a week from clients, students, and random people at coffee shops who somehow figure out what I do for a…
Regenerative architecture and design: Building for a Better Future
I was standing in what used to be a brownfield site in Detroit last Tuesday, watching a group of local kids chase butterflies through what looked like a wild meadow.…
Biophilic brutalism: Can Concrete and Nature Work Together?
I never thought I'd find myself defending concrete. Growing up, I associated it with ugly parking garages and those soul-crushing urban housing projects from the 1960s. You know the type…