Biophilic design

The new, expansive collaborative hub features flexible work zones and a personalized natural design aesthetic, reflecting FCTG’s commitment to sustainable stewardship. The DBW team supported FCTG in designing a new workspace that delivers flexibility, focus, and a sense of community. Agile work zones accommodate a range of working styles and collaborative needs, while private focus rooms support concentrated, uninterrupted work. White oak finishes and biophilic elements bring warmth and natural character throughout, and a central community kitchen serves as the social heart of the space. Josh Partee Josh Partee Josh Partee Josh Partee Josh Partee Elevating employee wellbeing was central to the outcome. Expan... More

The Glade Office Campus is an unrealised competition-winning design for an 18,000-square-metre workplace development in Marousi, Athens. Developed by Urban Soul Project in collaboration with UNS for Prodea Investments, the project was selected as the winning proposal in the architectural competition. The design was not subsequently taken forward to construction and is presented here as an unbuilt architectural concept. Caption Caption The project explored a workplace model in which architecture and landscape were conceived as a continuous environment. Its design was organised around three related ideas: Forest, Glade and Foliage. Caption The Forest formed a planted perimeter around the campus, creating a transition from the... More

Selected as Home #1 on the Artisan Home Tour 2026, The Sanctuary’s architecture is focused on creating a private backyard oasis centered around a reflecting pool. The living room's high ceilings, clerestory windows and wood ceilings create a bright, warm and spacious atmosphere. ​ Because the homeowners love having guests, we designed an open flow between gathering spaces and outdoor areas. We carefully oriented views from the entry and main living spaces to draw attention to the oasis. ​ Spacecrafting Photography Spacecrafting Photography Spacecrafting Photography Spacecrafting Photography Spacecrafting Photography While most of the home is on the main level, we did design bedrooms located above the garage... More

Emergency departments are complicated, overwhelming, and hectic, creating incompatible environments for visitors seeking care and the staff providing it. Patients and their families can better comprehend and find the support they require when navigating logically planned healthcare environments.  In Winnipeg, MB, the Grace Hospital required a deep modernization of its emergency department, addressing the form and function to improve patient experience and flow while addressing environmental bottlenecks that hinder nurses, doctors, paramedics, and EMTs from providing meaningful care. Leif Norman Leif Norman Leif Norman Leif Norman The design theme Pathways emerged to facilitate a common language between each space'... More

The Teachers’ Lounge project at Powiatowy Zespół Szkół nr 4 in Wejherowo is an attempt to redefine this type of space within the structure of a school. Instead of a traditional administrative backroom, the result is an environment that supports work, relaxation, integration, and relationship building. The inspiration came from contemporary workplaces, hotel lobbies, and cafés. These are places where users can move naturally between focused work, meetings, and regeneration. The goal was to create an interior that allows teachers to temporarily step away from the rhythm of everyday school life and experience a higher level of comfort and wellbeing. Wojciech Januszewski Tutek Media Wojciech Januszewski Tutek... More

Bienesta Pedregal is the new location of this clinic in the south of Mexico City, a space dedicated to holistic well-being where nutrition, functional medicine, and design come together in a unified experience. The project proposes a different relationship between architecture and care, understanding that space can directly influence how we feel and how we perceive our connection with the environment. In this space, every material element, detail, and texture has been carefully selected to engage in a dialogue with those who move through its spaces. Ariadna Polo From the entrance, the journey moves away from the traditional idea of a clinic and approaches the experience of an interior garden. The decision to bring “the outside i... More

Aidlin Darling Design has completed the University of Virginia (UVA) Contemplative Commons, a pan-university building designed to support student wellbeing through immersive, experiential learning and reconnection to nature. The four-storey U-shaped building houses multi-purpose studios, research spaces, and a range of sensory-led learning environments. Drawing from Thomas Jefferson’s vision of the university as a living landscape—where architecture and the natural environment shape the experience of learning—Aidlin Darling Design uses biophilic principles, passive strategies, rainwater capture and reclaimed materials to create a restorative space that has achieved LEED Gold certification. Matthew Millman Matthew... More

The project for the new headquarters of the Investment Banking division of Grupo Improsa in Costa Rica originated from the client’s need to bring together several departments that were previously dispersed across different locations. This fragmentation resulted in a lack of cohesion and familiarity among the different services offered by the company. Roberto López As part of this process, and driven by the need for modernization, the company decided to relocate from its former building in the city center to new premises in the Turrubares building at the Multipark office complex. To carry out this ambitious project, Grupo Improsa entrusted Contract Workplaces. Roberto López Before developing the project, a ser... More

Our Hanging Gardens home is now available. Located on 5338 Highland Road in Minnetonka. While some would consider this a difficult lot, we see it as an opportunity to work with the land – wooded with lots of established trees.  JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD The design includes a turn-around drive, a stately new home with a tuck under garage and potential for two buildings: one an ADU, Accessory Dwelling Unit and one detached garage.  JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD JMAD The home is designed to be very biophilic – the idea is to be part of the nature and feel like you’re in your own oasis. Plants grow on multiple levels, and we’ve included terraces and c... More

BECI's redesigned ground floor - our third project together - is an inviting oasis that encourages interaction and accommodates diverse activities. The biophilic design creates a cozy, vibrant atmosphere and connects to the first and second floors through a consistent vision. Space Refinery Top 3 priorities - Create a flexible space to support different types of gatherings and work modes- Foster a sense of community and encourage interaction among BECI members- Design an attractive environment that draws members in Space Refinery Look & feel Biophilic, cozy and inviting Special touches - Oasis-inspired concept with abstracted mountains, vegetation, and water themes- Cozy custom curved bench with integrated plants- Deep-g... More

 KuóStudio has designed the interior of Bever’s brand-new headquarters and distribution centre in Pijnacker. The result is an adventurous and vital workspace where sustainability, creativity, and a love for the outdoors take centre stage. The complex includes 3,600 m² of office space, a car wash, a repair area for second-life outdoor products, a photo studio, and a warehouse of nearly 12,000 m². The interior design was developed in close collaboration with the Bever team, translating the outdoor specialist’s vision into an inspiring workplace for now and the future. Verbruci Photography Verbruci Photography   From Breath, Buzz & Bustle to Bever BasecampThe starting point was Ku&oac... More

As part of the interior concept for Madame Bovary, a contemporary restaurant located in Laval, Décors Véronneau's commercial team was commissioned to design and install a custom tree to serve as a distinctive feature within the space. Built entirely by hand, the tree structure uses authentic natural tree trunks, carefully assembled by our artisans to ensure both aesthetic integrity and long-term durability. Décors Véronneau The bright orange foliage, integrated with lighting, adds vibrancy to the space and enhances the overall atmosphere. Its presence brings both texture and contrast, contributing to a dynamic and memorable dining environment.  Décors Véronneau This project shows o... More