Biophilic Design

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New Self-healing Composite Material Boosts the Circular Economy

New Self-healing Composite Material Boosts the Circular Economy

In this video, the Biomimicry Institute introduces a new self-repairing resin triggered by heat and winner of the Ray of Hope Accelerator prize.
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From Fungi to Flooring: An Inside Look at Mohawk's New Above and Below Collection

Watch this video to get a sneak peek behind Mohawk's latest biophilic carpet tile collection inspired by the humble mushroom.
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Outdoor meeting spaces are becoming more popular because of the many benefits they provide for occupants.

Are the Great Outdoors the Next Great Office Design?

The science behind the positive impacts of outdoor work and meeting spaces.
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The Novelis lobby is a biophilia showcase, with cork flooring, moss walls and an aluminum tree that nods to the company’s recycling services.

Biophilic Design Goes Beyond Plants

How does a metal recycling firm signal a commitment to sustainability? By creating a new office rooted in biophilic principles. Here’s how biophilia influences every facet of ...
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ASID Predicts the Year's Top 5 Sustainability Trends

As eco-consciousness becomes an ingrained lifestyle choice in more neighborhoods and communities, we examine what commercial designers should take away from these consumers.
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New Guide Focuses on Ideal Lighting for Green Walls

ERCO issues whitepaper which provides guidance and advice on lighting green walls, a form of illumination which has very specialized requirements.
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Improve the Patient Experience with Armstrong Flooring HET Sheet

With growing evidence that bringing nature indoors helps reduce tension, minimize length of stay and lessen the need of medication for patients, these healthcare-inspired flooring...
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Biomimicry: Taking Cues from Nature to Create More Sustainable Products and Interiors

Beyond bringing in a few plants indoors, biomimicry looks to the ultimate teacher—nature—to create products that help build more sustainable, less impactful interiors. Here’s ...
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4 Tips to Create a WELL-Centric Workplace

As offices continue to reopen, designing spaces with employee health and wellbeing must be top of mind.