What is Biophilia?

We want to talk to you about Biophilia, a concept that, even though it’s not anything new, is gaining a lot of importance. In Verdissimo we know that it’s not very known, but little by little it’s positioning itself as a trend in the design and architecture sector.

What is it? and what relation does it have with design and architecture?

We will answer these questions in this post. Keep Reading and discover what is biophilia!

What is Biophilia?

The first person to use the “biophilia” concept was Erich Fromm from the field of psychology, although it was years later when the biologist Edward O. Wilson developed the term.

What does biophilia mean? Before explaining what it consists of, we will talk to you about the etymological meaning of the Word:

• “Bio” has two meanings in the dictionary: life or live organism in respect to the environment.
• “philia” means passion or love for something.

Surely with this, you already have an idea of what it means: love towards nature, towards the environment…

Simply put, we use this term when we talk about our love for nature and the human need to connect with the environment. We are part of a living organism, as is our home, the Earth, which is why that feeling of freedom when we are in touch with it is inherent and awakens the desire to interact, remain, and treasure its essence.

Why do we need this contact with nature?

Ask yourself what do you feel when you walk through the countryside and then you will understand why the human being needs this contact with nature.

People feel better and more complete when they are near plants and animals, they help us feel better.

Nature boosts the feeling of vastness and it helps us connect with our inner self. Why does this happen? It’s because of our past, because of the evolution of the human race. And because human beings have always been very close to nature.

The positivity and the energy that it makes us feel creates an asked the need to incorporate nature in urban and interior spaces.

Besides, we can’t forget that, according to experts on the subject, the connection between nature and man positively impacts intelligence, emotions, creativity, and verbal expression, among others.

Biophilic decorating and design trends for 2023

Nature and wellness

Now let’s talk about its application in different scenarios, such as restoration and interior design.

Biophilia has become one of the sustainable decorative and design trends with greater diffusion in new projects around the world, which are developed in a society that is still adjusting to post-pandemic life, so it values its contact with the environment more.

That feeling of relaxation and freshness that contact with nature gives us is the spirit of this trend, which tries to create an environment with natural elements in interior spaces, to generate feelings of well-being and harmony in us.

Natural is better

Should we want an environment that contains something natural in our spaces, a logical option is to turn to nature. And although it is a very good alternative, sometimes it is not the best since the maintenance and care are extensive.

Verdissimo brings you products of 100% natural origin, harvested and treated at the peak of their beauty and freshness, but preserved to last for many months and even years, without worrying about their maintenance. nThis way, you will be able to create those landscapes from natural elements, but they will also remain for a long time.

Important elements of Biophilia

Here we show you some elements that are important when implementing this style of design and decoration.

Combine natural elements

In addition to the furniture, incorporate preserved nature into your designs so that there is a combination of utilitarian elements surrounded by natural elements, thus creating an environment full of freshness. Do not forget that light is a fundamental part of biophilia, so you should think of it as one more variable to consider.

Prints

The interesting thing about this trend is that we are not forced to enclose ourselves in a cube. In addition to what we have told you, it is also valid to use hanging paper with natural prints (plants, leaves, branches, animals), and even those that simulate stones, wood, and ceramics.

Use natural materials

Materials such as wood, stones, fabrics, and other elements of natural origin are an important part of this design style. In addition to their durability, they also provide warmth that, combined with pieces of nature, makes a perfect setting in which you will feel connected to the environment.

It is a sustainable trend

Remember that the spirit that moves this trend is sustainability, because it is the essence of caring for the planet and is the philosophy behind this style of decoration.

For this reason, we promote the use of our products because they are 100% natural and supported by a production focused on the care of the environment.

All the initiatives we carry out to achieve this can be found in our Verdissimo Being Conscious section. We invite you to review our catalog, where you will find a wide variety of flowers, mosses, palms, trees, shrubs, and much more to add to your decoration following the biophilia trend.

Biophilic Design and Architecture

The concept of biophilia is a concept that lately has been related to the design and the architecture sector. And it has not only been related to it, but it has fused to the point that many professionals already speak of biophilic design and architecture. What does it consist of? you could define biophilic design as the type of design that incorporates elements of nature.

More and more, we are looking at studies that point out the benefits and the positive impact that natural elements have on people, this is why design is increasingly being fused with nature in homes, offices, and cities in general, reducing stress and increasing the happiness of the people who inhabit those spaces.

What are the elements that we have to look for in spaces for them to be considered biophilic design or architecture?

• The optimization of spaces must exist.
• Control the levels of thermic comfort.
• Take into consideration, air quality, pollution, levels of toxins, and ventilation if it’s a closed space.
• Acoustic comfort.
• Good lighting, natural as well as artificial.
• The use of natural materials.

What do you think about biophilia? Have you ever heard about it?

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