The term "biophilia" understandably conjures images of buildings engulfed by vegetation and integrated into natural landscapes. In modern architectural discourse, the concept has come to be associated ...

Architectural design today embodies a dynamic interplay between traditional craftsmanship and modern technological innovation. Contemporary practice is increasingly defined by an integrated approach ...

For architect and environmental activist Eugene Tssui, the future of sustainable design starts with a return to nature and a radical shift in mindset. "The environment is our home, and our home is ...

Nature is about much more than greenery. It includes the diversity of natural materials, light, sensory experiences and even biomorphic shapes. With the growing popularity of biophilic design and its ...

For a long time, the architectural world seemed convinced that the only way to make a building feel healthy was to cover it in actual plants. The star of healthy architecture was the living building.

Nature is, of course, the master engineer—been there, seen it, solved it. While we struggle to design buildings that don't ...

Innovation is thriving around the world—and the latest results from the A' Design Award & Competition make that clear. The 2024–2025 edition has recognized 1,823 remarkable designs from 115 countries ...

EU-funded researchers are exploring the role of architecture in designing living spaces that harness the healing power of nature to improve the health and well-being of urban populations. By Valerie ...

On the road from Atlanta to Auburn, Alabama, the landscape surrounding I-85 transitions from urban sprawl to verdant farms and thick clusters of forest. The woodlands, abundant and comprising over 65 ...