Having moved from the scale of metropolises to that of our apartments, biophilic design is revolutionizing our relationship with housing. Understanding its principles and knowing how to adopt it at home is today the key to a more peaceful interior.
Originally designed to reoxygenate our concrete metropolises, the biophilic design today adapts to the privacy of our homes. But what are the pillars of this concept and how can you transform your interior, step by step, into an oasis of greenery? Etymologically, the term biophilic comes from the Greek “bio” (life) and “phile” (who loves). This concept emerged in the 1980s following a theory led by biologist Edward Wilson, consisting of integrating nature directly and indirectly into the design of buildings. The primary objective of biophilic design is to reconnect human beings with nature and strengthen their well-being through healthier living and working spaces.
A design that only has advantages!
Adopting biophilic design in the urban environment, at home or in work spaces has many advantages:
- Improved air quality thanks to the presence of plants (trees, green plants, flowers, etc.) inside or outside
- Better health reconnecting with natural elements with multiple benefits (respiratory, psychological, etc.)
- An increase in productivity due to pleasant workspaces, promoting concentration and creativity
- Promoted biodiversity with various species of plants and plants capable of reducing the presence of carbon in the atmosphere
Adopting it at home is very simple
Focus on natural lighting
L’natural lighting of an interior is an essential basis of biophilic design. For this, architects and designers specializing in the matter favor openings (doors, windows, bay windows, roof windows, etc.) by optimizing their dimensions and orientation. In fact, predict openings overlooking natural elements allows you to bring nature into your home visually. And in the absence of a garden with a green lawn, a lush balcony or window boxes can provide the desired effect. THE interior glass roofs are also an excellent way to let light into your home while being able to demarcate living spaces. Tip: to light up a dark room and give it depth, place a mirror opposite or near a window.
Arrange green plants in your living rooms
In addition to being decorative, green plants are important allies in biophilic design, because many species are renowned for their depolluting properties. Here are some examples:
- L’Aloe Vera which absorbs CO2 during the day and produces oxygen at night
- THE Chlorophytum Hairy which helps maintain healthy air in the house, but also in the bedrooms
- THE Ficus Elastica which, in addition to being a depolluting plant, absorbs heat and reduces noise
- There Boston Fernhighly appreciated for its excellent depolluting capabilities, but also for its style
- L’Aglanoemaan ideal plant for dark or humid rooms, whose depolluting properties increase as it grows
Green walls for a natural decor
There green evokes nature in everyone’s mind. This is why it is wise to adopt this shade on your walls if you want to create an interior with a relaxing atmosphere. Don’t hesitate to choose from the many existing variations of green (forest green, fir green, water green, khaki green, olive green, etc.) and combine them with trendy colors (grey, beige, taupe, etc.) for a very contemporary feel. Tip: you can also opt for green walls in your interior, to be created using trellises and climbing plants
