What is Biophilic design?
Biophilic design is a human-centric approach to building and urban design that increases occupant connectivity to the natural environment. The use of eco-sustainable materials and elements at both the building and city-scale contribute to better health, environmental and economic benefits.
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The global Eco-Sustainability Market is evolving towards a complete makeover of the work space. There is much we can learn from our biophilic successes.
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Major Trends in the Workplace, Logistics and Mobile Tech
Key issues impacting the adoption of technology for Biophilic design:
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Changing workplace and distressed human capital
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No dedicated network or platform to link eco-sustainable services
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Huge market lacking public exposure
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It is very clear that indoor environments have a great influence on employees‘ attitudes, behaviours, satisfaction and work performance.
Applications
Offices/Retail
93% of workers in the tech industry said they would stay longer at a company that offers healthier workspace benefits, with options ranging from greener space [biophilic design integration], wellness rooms, company fitness benefits, sit-stands, healthy lunch options and ergonomic seating
Healthcare/Education
Post-operative recovery times were shown to decrease by 8.5% and pain medication was reduced by 22%;
In Education spaces increased rates of learning 20-25% were found with improved test results, concentration levels and attendance and reduced impacts of ADHD
Hospitality/Wellness
Guests are willing to pay 23% more for rooms with views of Biophilic elements;
When living spaces are more calming & restorative, 7-8 % less crime is attributed to those areas with access to nature and can command an increase of 4-5% in property price