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Freshwater House is a product of its environment

Habitus Living

It’s an approach that achieves a sense of space which is open and communal while maximising natural light. The muted and neutral interior palette of Freshwater House reflects the coastal environment , while carefully selected materials amplify the sense of belonging.

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The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment

BD+C

The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:30 Biophilic Design Biophilic design in the built environment supports the health and wellbeing of individuals, as they spend most of their time indoors.

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Living Environments: CHANG Architects Reconsiders Relationships Between the Built and Natural Worlds

Architizer

Working almost exclusively in the residential sector, CHANG Architects has developed a strong ideology, and their work stays true to its common narrative across their portfolio of clients. Cornwall Gardens in Singapore is a representation of a truly symbiotic relationship between residence, nature and occupier.

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Sculpting Time: The Contemporary Use of Marble in Bathroom Design

ArchDaily

Its timeless beauty and durability continue to captivate clients and designers alike. In sculptures, furniture, and decorative pieces, marble's natural elegance elevates any environment.

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Nature Without Ecology

Landscape Architecture Magazine

A kind of manual for designing nature without ecology is found in the series of artful drawings that reveal a strategy for working with plants through quantity, species, spacing, and cultivar. Each tome is a reminder that Oudolf’s prolific publishing career is as profuse as his “nature-like” style. © Piet Oudolf. © Piet Oudolf.

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Neil Dusheiko Architects revamps London terrace to bring owner "closer to nature"

Deezen

Intended to mimic a "spa-like retreat", the Peckham home was remodelled to brighten its dark, closed-off interior and help bring nature in. We wanted to explore how the house could use natural elements to play to the senses," he continued. "We The photography is by Jim Stephenson.

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Nature meets nurture

Habitus Living

From preserving the integrity of the organic designs invented by nature, to protecting the physical environment from further pollution, Neolith is a guardian of the natural world — both in practice and in design. Neolith products are made from 100 per cent natural materials and are manufactured in carbon-neutral conditions.

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