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The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment

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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. In Los Angeles, our 13,482-sf office is LEED and Fitwel certified.

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Highlights from the Sharjah Triennial: 10 Installations Exploring the Beauty of Impermanence

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Courtesy of Limbo Accra Running from November 11, 2023 until March 10, 2024, The Sharjah Architecture Triennia l celebrates innovations in the built environment , particularly in the global south. DAAR's "Concrete Tent" combines elements of a mobile tent and concrete house, exploring the concept of "permanent temporariness.”

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Natural Wonder: 10 Examples of Arkansas’ Elaborate Institutional Architecture

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Nestled in the heart of America, Arkansas is rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage. Known for its picturesque landscapes, including the majestic Ozark Mountains and the winding Arkansas River, the state’s architecture is grounded in its natural surroundings.

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IMK Architects Develops Sustainable Natural Holistic Environment for IIT Bombay Student Housing

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Architizer: What inspired the initial concept for your design? Rahul Kadri: Research shows that humans have an innate affinity with the natural world – a concept known as biophilia – and that the presence or absence of the elements of nature within our homes, offices, or schools, has a direct and measurable impact on our health and wellbeing.

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6 Homey Ways Architects Are Designing Warmer Office Environments

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Following these trends, many businesses are now adopting a comfortable home-like environment — sometimes prioritizing comfort over formality and other times upping their interior decor game to lure employees back to work.

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Casa Rancho Avándaro by Chain + Siman

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In the environs of Valle de Bravo, Casa Rancho Avándaro is a weekend retreat designed primarily to make the most of its extensive natural surroundings. The retreat is based on the concept of Mexican haciendas: the solidity and purity of the volumes combines with locally-sourced materials, and patios.

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Important Portals: 6 Residential Designs Where Traditional Arches Meet Contemporary Concepts

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Built out of local materials and relying on local craftsmanship, the continuous flow of the skin around the building produces a series of adjacent semi-open spaces that improve ventilation, reduce heat gain and offer shading against direct sunlight. Showcase your work through Architizer and sign up for our inspirational newsletters.