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How to use Preserved Moss for Branding and Signage

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There is something extremely charming about Moss when used within interior designs. With its velvety texture, pleasing green hue, and calming vibe, Moss can inject life and comfort into any setting. With the widespread adoption of Preserved Moss, it is very easy to create artsy Moss elements and turn any lifeless space into a thriving and beautiful experience. One popular way of using Preserved Moss is for branding and signage – a great way to make your corporate identity more prominent and fun. The best part about it is that such displays stand out amongst the crowd and do not […]

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Urban spaces have become concrete and glass jungles. Whether you are a nature lover or not, every city dweller seeks a soothing, lush garden where one can unwind after a long, tiring day. However, this remains a distant wish since most of the cities are packed with no room whatsoever for a serene garden. This is where building’s terrace comes into picture. A perfect place to create a refreshing, private retreat, rooftop terrace gardens not only bring beauty and serenity but attracts rich wildlife and help in maintaining cooler temperature. With a few design tricks, you can create your own […]

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People have always turned to nature to bring tranquility to their spaces, and benefit from it as a means for stress reduction. We have always known that our health and well-being are impacted by our environment and the presence of nature has contributed towards opportunities for mental restoration. Biophilic learning spaces that incorporate nature aid in mental restoration, during which the high–level cognitive functions of students can recharge. This ensures a greater ability to perform focused tasks as compared to students with fatigued cognitive resources. Biophilic Designs and Classrooms or Biophilic Learning Spaces A study named ‘The Impact of Biophilic […]

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Nature has always played a big role in the healing process. Japanese Zen gardens, monastic or cloister gardens of the past created a soothing environment and provided great respite for patients. Nature-health relationship has been studied to a great extent and biophilic design patterns have shown to provide opportunities for mental restoration and overall well-being. Empirical studies have shown that experiences with the natural environment provide greater emotional restoration, with lower instances of anxiety, anger, fatigue, tension, and confusion than urban environments with a limited presence of nature. Cultural Change in Hospital Designs Research carried out by Ulrich and others […]

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Few things look as charming as sprawling walls of greenery on buildings. Vertical gardens don’t just perform on an aesthetic level – they also help in improving the quality of life in urban environments. Apart from making urban areas more beautiful, vertical gardens help in energy savings, stormwater control, biodiversity support, and more. But a lesser known aspect of these gardens is the role they play in noise attenuation. The design, plants grown, and more aspects of vertical gardens all play a crucial role in affecting sound insulation properties of a building. Why vertical gardens for sound barriers for buildings? […]

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The pandemic forced everyone to work from home, and after almost two years it has taken a toll on the mental and physical health of professionals across the world. Now, as some are returning to their workspaces, there is still a large percentage of the workforce for whom working from home might become a permanent thing. Locked indoors with limited access to nature is one of the biggest complaints of work-from-home professionals. This is causing mental health issues for a large number of professionals as they struggle with anxiety or depression. ‘Biophilic lighting’ has evolved as an impactful way of […]

12 Environmental Features of Biophilic Design

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Humans have an instinctive bond with nature and their natural surroundings. Biophilic design recognizes this and brings the outdoors into spaces where we work, eat, live, shop, and spend most of our time. Since, we spend more than 90% of our time indoors or in manufactured environments, biophilic design seeks to satisfy our penchant for nature in interior spaces. The fundamental goal of biophilic design is to create a positive interior environment; a habitat or an ecosystem that is instrumental to people’s mental well-being, physical health, and healing. Now, you cannot just introduce a potted plant in some corner of […]

The Rise of Biophilic – Or Nature Friendly – Cities

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Numerous scientific studies have revealed the need for humans to connect with nature daily to live happier, healthier, and more meaningful lives. The idea of biophilia identifies humans’ innate love, need, and attachment to nature and living things. Biophilic cities recognize this human inclination and try to incorporate nature into residents’ everyday lives. The idea behind biophilic city design is that urban spaces become more livable and stress is reduced when natural elements are included. What are biophilic cities? Biophilic cities have natural elements incorporated into the environment during the urban planning and design stage. The core idea behind biophilic […]

How Biophilia and Art Influence Interior Design

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Have you ever wondered why the sound of rain splatter or the view of gentle rain showers appeals to us and has a soothing, relaxing effect? You might say it’s because nature has a tranquil effect on everyone and makes us feel at peace. Yes, that is true, but do you know why? It is because humans have an inherent connection with nature and it provides positive benefits for both mind and body. What is biophilia? We, humans, possess an innate tendency to connect with nature. This is known as Biophilia. In ancient Greek, bio means “life” and philia translates […]

10 Surprising Facts About Artificial Green Walls

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Green walls are lush vertical gardens and are an excellent solution for commercial properties that are short on space. These living walls take up minimal floor space and can transform the look and feel of the entire setting. Apart from bringing a soothing, tranquil feel to the setting, green walls create a professional environment that welcomes clients and customers and inspires employees. Although there is a drawback of these landscape elements – they require a lot of maintenance. In commercial spaces, this is a deal-breaker. In a commercial environment where there is increasing pressure to reduce costs, living walls are […]

Geo Designing Nature Into Cities

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Cities are currently under tremendous pressure. From increasing populations to climate change, traffic congestion to poor air quality, aging and struggling infrastructure to poor quality of life, urban areas are struggling to keep up with the constant demands. The world’s population is expected to reach 9.8 billion by 2050 with around 6.7 billion of those people, nearly 70 percent, projected to live in urban centers. Cities will be under immense stress, so the planning of sustainable, livable urban cities needs to start now. Geo designing nature into cities is absolutely essential. Benefits of Geo Designing Nature Into Cities There is […]

How to Landscape for Noise Reduction

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Landscaped commercial spaces are welcoming and inspiring and can enhance employee productivity. But did you know that you can also landscape for noise reduction? Growing plants and trees and making efficient use of other landscaping elements provide a visually appealing way to reduce noise. From HVAC units to street noise to general chatter, noise is everywhere in your commercial space. And it has a big impact on workplace productivity, morale, and even emotional well-being. Here are some tips on how to landscape for noise reduction. Trees for Sound Absorption From twigs to branches, leaves to bark, every part of the […]

Why Green Spaces are Important to Urban Areas

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Half of the world population resides in urban areas and projections reveal that by 2050 this number could increase to 66%. Two-thirds of people on Earth will be living in cities in the near future. This urban expansion will only lead to more built environments, probably at the expense of green spaces. According to studies, environments devoid of nature can have a negative effect because the human body, mind, and senses flourish in a bio-centric world. Closer association with green spaces supports quality of life and can improve psychological health. Green Infrastructure and nature-based solutions don’t just benefit urban populations […]

Sanity and Urbanity: Healing Through Biophilia

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Humans share a very strong bond with nature marked by love, respect, and dependency. Biophilia implies affection for plants and all-things-nature. In fact, we have depended on nature for almost our entire existence during which nature has become critical to human’s physical mental health, and well-being. Modern world forces – especially indoor environments devoid of nature – have a negative impact on the human mind in the long run. And in current times, where the world is rapidly urbanizing, it is extremely crucial to understand the mental health benefits of nature. Embedding nature and natural systems in urban design and […]

10 Key Elements of Biophilic Design

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Studies have shown that Biophilic Design positively impacts physical and mental wellbeing, as well as productivity in work environments. There are 10 key elements to consider when designing an indoor environment with Biophilia in mind. 1. Visual Connection with Nature The most popular way of creating a visual connection with nature is to use green walls featuring a mix of foliage and moss to bring a cool, welcoming feel to the setting. An easier way to bring greenery indoors is with ferns and potted plants, desktop plants such as succulents and terrariums, and koi pond installation in the common area. […]

More than a Green Wall: The Science Behind Biophilic Design

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From agriculture to modern cities, industrialization to the technological revolution, almost everything around us is relatively recent. Humans have biologically developed in the adaptive response to natural surroundings; not artificial or human-created ones. According to ‘The Practice of Biophilic Design’ by Stephen Kellert and Elizabeth Calabrese, the human body, mind, and senses evolved in a biocentric world, not human-engineered or invented. The idea behind the biophilic design is to recognize this inherent human inclination towards nature and create built environments with natural influences and materials. What consists of biophilic design? Many consider biophilic design as a space featuring a green […]

3 Golden Tips for Interior Landscaping

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Bringing the Outside In Things are changing for the greener. By now you’ve probably noticed a resurgence of interior greenery; Boxwood, hanging plants, grasses and flowers are starting to once again dominate the world of interior spaces. That’s because plants are amazing. They invigorate us, they benefit our mental health, and they just look handsome as all get-out. It’s hard to go wrong with interior landscape design, but today we’re going to look at a few tips to help you do it very right. 1. Go Faux, or Don’t Go Trust us, you’ve got enough going on without having to […]

Bonsai Plants

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A Practice of Patience Cultivating a Bonsai Plant requires a temperament of patience and passivity, and the ability to recognize when your intervention is not the answer. That’s not an easy thing to do. Caring for something compels you to take action, but good-intentioned over-watering and over-pruning is a common cause of death for Bonsai Plants. They require careful maintenance but can reward seasoned gardeners with generations of growth and life. The goal of keeping a Bonsai is to slowly guide the growth of the plant via trimming, clamping, wiring and other techniques, shaping it into a miniature version of […]

The Meaning of Boxwood (And More!)

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First Impressions I’m going to let you in on a little secret known to architects, building owners, and interior designers around the world: Your space speaks for itself. Visitors experience the physical atmosphere of your interior before you ever get a chance to make a first impression. They may spend a few minutes waiting in the lobby before meeting with you, and what they see during that time sets the tone for your entire interaction. If a journey into your space consists of beige walls and rows of colorless cubicles, it’s likely that their perception of your brand is already […]

Why Do People Buy Faux Plants?

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Fake Plants are Growing It may seem to you that faux plants have gone the way of the payphone; perhaps popular many years ago, but has now fallen out of the commonplace. You might think that, but next time you’re walking in a decorated interior that has greenery, reach out and touch it. You might be surprised by what you discover. Let’s face it, fake plants had it rough the first time around. Papery, thin, or fraying leaves would get hot-glued to plastic stems and trunks, and that droopy abomination would sit next to the watercooler for ten straight years, […]

5 Wedding Decor Ideas for True Treehuggers

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Growing Together It’s hard not to feel an insane amount of pressure about your wedding day. In no uncertain terms, from that day forward, you are their person, they are yours, and that can feel like the biggest deal of your life. But it’s not just promises and commitment, it’s also about growing together. It’s about starting your next story and exploring a new side of life, but not alone. Weddings are also the home of the visual metaphor, and for that reason, there’s no more poignant way to celebrate growing and intertwining your lives than with a veritable garden […]

Fake Plants; Real Benefits

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Our earliest ancestors lived in a harmonious closeness with nature. They took shelter in caves and dense thickets, and every day the natural world dominated their periphery. Today, we’ve built a separate world for ourselves that we call “indoors,” a place to escape from nature and gain control of our surroundings. The trouble with being indoors is that it’s simply not our natural habitat. Sterile rooms with filtered air, weak lighting, and no windows are an unpleasant experience when they’re part of your daily life – and for a vast number of people, that’s a fairly accurate description of their […]

What’s New from the World of Office Decor

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If we tell you to stay at home for some months and work continuously, you would get bored of the same environment and will look for some change. This is a general human tendency. We tend to get bored of the same environment and crave changes. Researchers have shown that changing the work environment at regular intervals has improved the work quality of the employees, ultimately resulting in the progress of the company. With this we don’t mean that you would have to renovate your office completely, you can make little changes that give a significant impact to the vibes […]

Recreate Your Landscapes with Artificial Boxwood Topiaries

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People love to leave their marks on the world. Sculptors shape clay with their hands or chisel away at marble until they’ve carved their own David and then step back to appreciate what they’ve created. Being able to shape the world around you in a way that expresses the world inside yourself is a deeply meaningful exercise – not just to sculptors and creators, but to everyone. The natural world does a pretty good job of shaping itself, however. Trees can grow naturally in wild and mysterious ways that people often find beautiful, winding around buildings or breaking through solid […]

Best Outdoor Artificial Plants and Trees for Commercial Spaces

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From adding a vibrant splash of color and year-round interest in outdoor spaces to lifting the spirits and adding cheer to the setting in dark, cold weather conditions, outdoor artificial plants and trees can do it all. In fact, nothing will do it better than faux greenery. They will bring a lively, joyous vibe to your garden or outdoor landscaping project without any hassles. Faux plants and trees for exterior use are a special variety which will give you a pleasing, serene, and absolutely memorable outdoor space with no heavy upkeep. So, if you’re looking to create an outdoor landscape, […]

Artificial Palm Trees for Outdoor Landscaping

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ARTIFICIAL PALM TREES FOR OUTDOOR LANDSCAPING Palm trees have an instantly recognizable character that belongs to a brilliant sunset on sandy shores – with arching fronds and iconic trunks, palm trees radiated calming, relaxed vibe. That sense of comfort goes wherever the trees go, creating pockets of paradise in any space, indoor and outdoor. There are over 2,600 species of palm trees around the world, and we’ve collected our favorites into a shortlist for the best artificial palm trees out there. THE 7 MOST POPULAR ARTIFICIAL PALM TREES FOR OUTDOOR LANDSCAPES From outdoor artificial Banana Palm Trees to outdoor silk […]

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