Introduction to Biophilic Design Biophilic design is an innovative architectural approach that seeks to reconnect individuals with the natural world. This design philosophy incorporates elements of nature into the built environment, emphasizing the importance of fostering a […]
Section 1: Introduction 1.1 Background Humans possess an inherent, genetically encoded tendency to affiliate with nature, a concept termed “biophilia”.1 This affinity stems from over 99% of human evolutionary history spent adapting to the natural world, not […]
In our increasingly urbanized and technologically driven world, a fundamental human need often goes unmet: our innate connection to nature. We spend the vast majority of our lives indoors – estimates often hover around 90% – separated […]