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Biophilic Design

Biophilic Design is much more than adding plants into your space.

The fundamental principles that make a biophilic space to help merge the natural surrounding environment with the indoors are through views of direct and indirect contact with nature ; natural materials, natural light, ventilation, plants, water, natural sounds, smells and rhythms, patterns, colours and forms that symbolize nature.

Aesthetics is the study of how things look and how we respond to them. It is recognized that humans find certain patterns and forms inherently delightful and visually pleasing to look at.

Biophilic design natural light on dining table with glass vase and foliage on table

Natural motifs such as fractals, circles, spirals, curves, and symmetry are forms and patterns found in nature.

Weave natural motifs into your living, sleeping, working and relaxing spaces, through artwork, leaf and floral inspired patterned wallpaper, organic shapes in your décor. Celebrate the natural forms to help improve a restorative balance we crave for in our busy modern lifestyle.

Biophilic Design connects us to nature with immense benefits to help restore our health and wellbeing because innately, nature is where we feel at our best.

Biophilic design study room natural light artwork of nature patterns. indoor plants natural materials

What Does Home Mean to You?

Top Six Tips for a Sustainable Interior Design.

Your home is your most important asset, a place of shelter, and the most significant place you spend your time indoors.

Investing in sustainable design and features are likely to improve the market value of your home. Sustainability features can decrease up front costs, and reduce on-going costs. Here are a few important factors for you to consider when creating a healthy home.

Elephant ears indoor plant in ceramic pot beside rustic bench seat.

  • Location shouldn’t just be promoted for what your home is worth in Real Estate language. The real value is designing a home to create as minimal environmental impact as possible. Site orientation is a key player to maximize solar gain.

  • Australia leads the world with house size at 214sqm. New Zealand is second at 202sqm and USA, third at 201sqm. Waste minimization starts with good design. You can reduce waste by building a smaller home. Also see your local council for a waste management plan. If you want to know who is fourth in line for the largest homes, my reference is https://worldpopulationreview.com/country-rankings/house-size-by-country.

  • Most materials can be recycled but it is important to understand that while some might be considered a ‘green’ material to use, but will it insulate a house adequately. A good example is bamboo. Ask questions like how is the product sourced and from whom? Is the area being reforested?

  • Did you know that according to DCCEEW, Australians spend about 90% or more indoors? Add live plants that are natural air purifiers. Use non toxic materials and paints with low VOC’s, and minimize the synthetic materials. By incorporating these you are helping to create a healthier environment and reduce allergies.

  • As mentioned earlier, site orientation plays a key role in energy efficiency. As well as the type of lighting we use around our home, double glazed windows, insulation, energy saving appliances, and draught proof your home as best as you can.

  • Some of the more obvious ways to help reduce water use is by reducing your water usage, using rain water by installing water tanks, and waste water reuse. Consider a water efficient garden by choosing plants that suit your local climate, and last but not least waterless toilets.

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A purposeful designed and curated space will sustain positive impacts and improve your health and wellbeing in your home and workspaces.