The importance of biophilic design: a person-centred approach

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Watts, P., Rawson, R. and Okere, U. 2023. The importance of biophilic design: a person-centred approach . Journal of Ecopsychology . 3 (4), pp. 1-4.
AuthorsWatts, P., Rawson, R. and Okere, U.
Abstract

Biophilic design can transform our urban environments, enhance human connections with buildings and improve health and wellbeing. Incorporating biophilic principles in buildings can enhance employee creativity and productivity, increase sales in retail environments, improve student academic performance and shorten patient recovery times. There are, however, a number of frameworks for integrating biophilic design which can make it challenging for businesses to recognise both the importance and benefits to their building design. To fully embed biophilic design would require a shift in approach towards value. Future nature-based and human-oriented design methodologies enforced by legislative changes are therefore recommended.

KeywordsBiophilic Design; Biophilia; Urban Environment; Health; Wellbeing; Human Connections
Year2023
JournalJournal of Ecopsychology
Journal citation3 (4), pp. 1-4
PublisherNational Wellbeing Service Ltd
ISSN2752-5260
Web address (URL)https://joe.nationalwellbeingservice.com/volumes/volume-3-2023/volume-3-article-4/
https://joe.nationalwellbeingservice.com/about/nws-journals/
Output statusPublished
Publication dates
Online14 Jul 2023
Publication process dates
Accepted13 Mar 2023
Deposited25 Jul 2023
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