Biophilic Architecture without Plants: Invisible Design for Wellbeing
Briefly

Biophilia, initially defined by Erich Fromm as a 'love of life,' has evolved into a multifaceted architectural concept emphasizing our intrinsic connection to nature. While modern interpretations often focus on greenery, true biophilic design encompasses spatial configurations and environmental patterns that promote well-being. Edward Wilson further highlighted our emotional reliance on nature, underlining its significance in design. Stephen Kellert categorizes this connection into direct nature experiences and environmental patterns, showcasing how these elements can be integrated into architecture to amplify positive health outcomes for occupants.
Modern architectural interpretations of biophilia are often limited to greenery, while the true essence encompasses a deeper connection to nature informing spatial design.
Erich Fromm originally described biophilia as 'the love of life,' emphasizing our intrinsic behaviors towards nature, a connection further expanded by Edward Wilson.
Biophilic design acknowledges our evolutionary dependence on nature, translating our inherent emotional ties into architectural applications that promote well-being.
Stephen Kellert's biophilic design framework categorizes nature interactions into direct experiences and environmental patterns, both essential for fostering human-nature connections.
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