Biophilic design

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s (SMHCS) new greenfield hospital provides a growing community with a new and convenient source of high-quality, advanced emergency and medical services in a modern hospital environment. Flad Architects master planned and designed the hospital campus, the system's most significant expansion in nearly a century. Edward Caruso Photography Edward Caruso Photography Edward Caruso Photography Edward Caruso Photography With extensive use of high-performance glass on the building's exterior, interior spaces are filled with natural light and feature strong indoor-outdoor connections, views to the landscaped campus, local artwork, and natural materials – resulting in a unique atmo... もっと見る

This stunning example of biomimicry takes its inspiration from the sleek silhouette of the Pink Whiprays (Pateobatis fai) that graze in the surrounding lagoon. Joe Chua Agdeppa The naturally ventilated, bio-climatic structure features an incredible sea saltwater infinity pool, and an array of overwater catamaran nets where guests can relax while enjoying breathtaking sunset panoramas, caressed by the gentle sea breeze. Joe Chua Agdeppa Crafted meticulously with bamboo, the structure is amplified by the dramatic Maldivian landscape and reflected in the mirror like lagoon. The looping, shingled tail winds back down the jetty to link the building with the mainland and to guide the visitors into the building. Joe Chua Agdeppa... もっと見る

In design, the realm of intangible represents ideas, the tangible the built form. The design concept revolved around finding this space between the intangible and the tangible in the workspace, creating an environment that invokes emotions, tells a story and has a high happiness quotient. A comfortable workspace design that inspires people, where explorations take place, where collaborations and transformations occur – a place where people simply love to come and work. PHXIndia An engineering company with a vision, the India Headquarters for Concast India Ltd was conceptualised and designed on this narrative. The idea of work-life balance is taken into every single aspect of design working with tangibles extensively to create t... もっと見る

Airtel's Pune office is designed to create an atmosphere that combines professionalism with social interaction, offering a workspace that feels like a second home rather than just a typical office environment. The office design incorporates unique rooftops, modular seating, and open spaces, enhancing the overall ambiance and promoting a sense of comfort and belonging Padam Interiors The color scheme of the office primarily revolves around red, grey, white, and wood elements. These colors are carefully selected to create a harmonious and visually appealing environment that aligns with Airtel's branding and aesthetic. The design theme of the office follows an open layout and industrial concept. This layout promotes connectivity and co... もっと見る

“Why allow yourself to be limited by putting moss on walls only, when you can add it to your display and wall system and give your workspace a green touch?”, says CEO Jorgen Petersen, GRID. Maison Bu With the new moss standard panel, it can be built into the furniture or display system as a completely natural part, which makes it even more integrated and moveable.   Maison Bu Among the first customers was a state-of-the-art hair salon, Maison Bu in Hasselt, Belgium, which chose to install a unique GRID ‘chandelier’ with a mix of mirrors, moss and light. Designed by GRID’s designers and made to measure in the exclusive salon.   Caption In addition to being a new standard component, GR... もっと見る

When Kingsway College School (KCS) decided to expand its curriculum to include grades 9-12, Architecture Counsel (ACi) was engaged to create an ambitious, phased master plan that would reflect the school’s unique vision and ambition. The first phase (which accommodates grades 9 and 10) was completed in September 2022 with the second phase now underway. The new senior school creates a new paradigm for high school students, using the City of Toronto as its laboratory and campus. With an emphasis on fostering community and strong civic values through experiential learning, a student-centric approach, and sustainability, the school is the only independent high school in Toronto to occupy an existing high-rise residential tower.  ... もっと見る

Illyrius was born by the request for a high-density residential project just outside the first urban circle, on an empty lot on the Rruga Dritan Hoxha artery, which connects the city center to Tirana International Airport, and to the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Caption To the ambitious brief, GG-loop responds using the parametric tool “Mitosis” launched in November 2020. The determined solution consists of 4 compact towers, tapered in a way that allows optimal light conditions in the courtyard and in the towers’ apartments.  Caption A modular and parametric system of generous balconies and terraces extends the apartments outwards and integrates greenery into the building. A system of continuous balustrades... もっと見る

Sheppard Medical Centre is a place of care, serving both its immediate community as well as individuals seeking specialized treatments. Designed according to “Barrier Free” and “Human Centric” principles, the architecture reflects the ambitions of the clients, creating a salutogenic, holistic centre for wellness. C& Partners Architects, in collaboration with Mehdi Marzyari Architects, have designed a two-storey, 10,000 SF medical building on Sheppard Avenue East in North York, Toronto. Providing a host of services, this new medical building aims to contribute, with a positive impact, to the well-being of communities and individuals.  The building mass is split into two programmatic boxes: retail and clinic... もっと見る

“If everybody could work in a place like this, they would be so happy. By being in a building that they feel calm and comfortable it helps with relationships as well as their everyday stresses.”— Deb Krebill, retired fire chief, Marion Fire Department   The design of this two-level 21,200-square-foot fire station emphasizes reduced response times, civic and community connections, and fire fighters physical and mental wellness.  Biophilic principles were a key driver in all aspects of design, from the buildings massing to the interior and exterior materials selected.   The focus on well-being pushed the building to be highly-transparent in areas that have historically been designed with limited access... もっと見る

The Design reflects the amalgamation of an F&B Office DNA with a Tech Savvy Side to create a Millennial office that is worth taking note of! It reflects the new RESIMERCIAL spirit of a Workplace that has a homely feel to an office, thus making Work from Home & Work From office pretty similar! The Design Answers the Requirements of being Modern, Tech enabled, Cool, Casual & Collaborative: all that our clients wanted. More than Anything else it breaks from being stereotypically F&B & presents a fresh take for YUM! Naveen Saxena A Good Workspace is one that enables greater productivity through chance encounters and offers flexible configurations of seating across the real estate to conduct different types of socio -... もっと見る

Chefs Culinar Poland is a global brand with German roots that has been in business for almost 100 years. Designing for such a client is a big challenge and a great responsibility. In 2018, our studio was invited to work on the interior design of Chefs Culinar's newly built logistics center in Wiskitki near Warsaw. Thanks to our early inclusion into the team, we were able to go through the entire process in accordance with our internal procedures, resulting in a space tailored to the requirements of the client and their team. Kroniki Studio: Hanna Polczynska Kroniki Studio: Hanna Polczynska More than an office. The logistics center in Wiskitki is not just warehouses with an office area. The brief was to additionally create a coo... もっと見る