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PREMISE When it comes to hotels, a brand based off of comfort is essential; From the moment someone walks into a hotel, their entire experience is based off of their comfort and enjoyment of the space. It’s important to consider how the inclusion of landscape features will make a person feel. Greenery is scientifically proven to have a relaxing impact on individuals, so implementing green features in a hotel is a given. By having a large variety of artificial trees and a space to be surrounded by them, feelings of bliss and relaxing are guaranteed to be prevalent. This makes […]

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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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PREMISE We were contacted to create a series of curved artificial hedges to fit the unique contours of this outdoor courtyard at a children’s hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. We were delighted to see that the hedges were accounted for in the early design of the outdoor space, and a footprint had already been designated for the installation. We knew that we would be building hedges for a very precise radius, and that our product would need to fit perfectly on the first attempt in order to have a seamless project completed on-time. INTENT We’re no strangers to building outdoor artificial […]

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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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Focal Point: An Important Element in Any Design

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From interior design to painting to photography, you will often hear the term ‘focal point’ in these discussions. But what exactly is a focal point? What is the purpose of a focal point? How do you create a focal point in a design? And how does it help the design? These are just a few questions we get from our clients while working on their commercial space design. We talked to our team of architects and designers about all things focal points and below we have summarized the learnings. Focal point is the most important aspect in a design that […]

17 Beautiful Moss Wall Ideas

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Moss maybe millions of years old, but this captivating and mysterious design plant is still going strong in interior designs. Artists, architects, and designers are experimenting with this versatile plant to craft unique and creative designs. Incredibly artsy and decorative, Moss can be used to create Moss walls in various forms and styles that will give you a lively and inventive design scheme. Apart from creating a beautifully calming and uplifting indoor environment, you can create Moss walls that will give you a highly picturesque setting. Below are 17 absolutely stunning moss wall ideas that will instantly elevate the look […]

Increasing Energy Efficiency: Commercial Green Walls

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Green walls offer an excellent way to not just create an inviting environment for brands, but they go a long way in improving employee productivity and concentration levels and energy cost reduction. Apart from enhancing the look and feel of a property, living walls help in improving the air quality and make a striking statement in the space. In the last few years, there has been a shift in consumption choices where consumers are increasingly considering businesses who are committed to sustainability and there is no better way to show your commitment towards the environment and its well-being than a […]

How to Install Artificial Boxwood Panels Indoors

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From hiding flaws in walls to masking unsightly views, artificial boxwood panels can do it all in style. They have the ability to breathe a refreshing and lively feel in any indoor space in no time. And the best part about these artificial foliage panels is that they provide a hassle-free, fantastic, year-round green cover in the setting and are absolutely easy to install. If you’re planning to introduce some artificial boxwood on your commercial property and are looking for help to install them, then fret not. Here’s how to go about it. Installing Artificial Boxwood Panels Indoors Plantscape Commercial […]

Moss Walls Bring The Outside In

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There are very few design plants that can match the comforting and calming influence of Moss. One of the oldest design plants around, Moss inspires coolness, tranquility, and plenty of elegance. And this is what makes Moss walls highly prized design assets in any commercial project. Along with introducing a powerful dose of rich and refreshing appeal to the setting, Moss walls bring the outside in and plenty of drama to space. These are striking biophilic design elements that integrate natural materials, colors, and forms into the architecture and offer wellness benefits to everyone using the space. A soothing, natural […]

23 Best Artificial Plants for 2021

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If you’re blessed with a black thumb and are confident of your skills to kill even a succulent, then artificial plants are perfect for you. And let us assure you that you’re not alone. Even those with a green thumb are opting for artificial plants because of their incredible appeal and maintenance-free aspect. From apartment dwellers to condo owners, office spaces to homeowners, people are turning to faux plants to bring a touch of natural color along with a soothing feel to their design scheme. Over the years, artificial plants have become highly realistic and with thousands of varieties to […]

Your Questions About Moss Walls Answered

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No matter what business you’re in, Moss walls will make a perfect and uplifting addition to your space. In fact, the sense of calm, comfort, and coolness that these green walls evoke is second to none. They don’t just make for a dramatic viewing, but Moss walls have a certain elegance and timeless appeal that make your commercial project so much more enjoyable and soothing. Despite being extremely popular, there remain questions about these stunning design elements. Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we get about moss walls. What is a Moss Wall? Moss walls […]

Interior Design Trend: Artificial Hedge Walls

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Walls covered with greenery, either in the form of individual planters or foliage mats and panels, are absolute masterpieces. They’re like artwork, making people happier and having an uplifting and calming effect on the overall space. Green walls with artificial foliage are not just attractive and eye-catching but can increase creativity in a workspace. Commercial spaces are increasingly turning to artificial green walls to enhance their space and make a grand statement by creating an appealing and soothing environment. They’re equally impressive in appearance as their real counterpart and require no regular maintenance. When it comes to commercial projects, artificial […]

Biophilic Design: The Architecture of Life

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Our cities and suburbs, our neighborhoods, our schools and colleges, our workspaces, everything has been urbanized to a great extent. They have been designed in a way that has further steered us away from nature instead of bringing us closer to it. Humans need nature in a deep and fundamental way since our body, mind, and senses evolved in a bio-centric world and not in an artificial or invented one. This is why biophilic design is so important. By weaving nature, natural elements, and materials in the places where we live, work, learn and heal, the biophilic design aims to […]

Biophilic Design – Can Plants Really Reduce Stress?

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Modern workplaces and modern society as a whole can be best described as ‘stressful’. Long working hours, 24×7 connected lifestyle, heavy workload, tight deadline, busy city living, all contribute to an enormous amount of stress. The solution? Connecting with nature. Studies have shown that daily contact with outdoor natural elements, settings, and processes is essential to living happy and meaningful lives. In fact, natural environments consisting of plants increase psychological well-being and other restorative benefits. To seek relief from stressful environments and to establish daily contact with nature, an increasing number of businesses are turning to biophilic designs to create […]

7 Best Uses for Indoor and Outdoor Hedges

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Hedges are one of the most influential design features of gardens and landscapes across the world. The first hedges during the Neolithic Age (4000-6000 years ago) were used to enclose land for cereal crops. Over the years their use, their style, their functions and the plant varieties to create hedges have all evolved. Often seen in manicured rows of shrubs and trees, these landscape elements are planted and trained to serve several purposes from forming a boundary to define a space. A part of cultural heritage and common throughout history, hedges are known to add great value to a landscape […]

How Biophilic Design Promotes a Mindful Office

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Biophilia, the instinctive bond that humans have with nature and their natural surroundings, is a concept that has been recognized by design communities and scientific organizations for several decades. It is something that humans have practiced intuitively for centuries. After seeing the myriad of benefits of biophilic design, it is gaining popularity in office designs and commercial spaces. Many people complain about offices or corporate spaces being incredibly sterile and unwelcoming. Biophilic interior design goes a long way in making offices spaces more welcoming by incorporating natural elements such as plants, flower beds, water features, natural lighting, and sometimes full-fledged […]

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 […]

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