Biophilic Design

Bringing the outside in and the inside out.

Biophilic design aims to forge a connection between the occupants of built environments and the natural environment. This can be done in a variety of ways ranging from the inclusion of plants in an office to creating outdoor working spaces.

Why Biophilia?

Biophilia is a growing trend in design and has been shown to improve the quality of spaces by creating an environment that promotes well-being.

The use of biophilic design elements in the office can improve morale, boost productivity and help to relieve stress - all plus’s in today’s fast paced work environment.

Taking Advantage of Biophilic Design

Biophilic design is often broken down into a number of concise concepts or patterns that allow us as designers to explore a variety of pathways through which to incorporate biophilia into our work. The idea of creating a refuge - a place to withdraw for a quiet moment to oneself - allowed us to take an experience and create product concepts to facilitate that experience in the work place environment.

Sofa

The origin of this product was to create a refuge for 1 or 2 people amid plants creating a sense of calm, while still remaining functional in office environments. A small table and power integration ensure the ability to work when needed.

Plants require water and soil, both of which are heavy. This mass serves to create structure and a form natural to the composition of the piece.

Can be configured as a single chair, 2 seater sofa and 2 seater back-to-back.