The Science of Biophilic Design Made Simple

At this point, you’ve heard of this science-backed approach to design and know that nature-inspired spaces measurably reduce stress, support brain health, and improve the well-being of everyone who walks through your clients’ doors. But when it comes time to actually apply those principles room by room, it can feel overwhelming to know where to begin.

That’s exactly why we created
this biophilic design checklist.

The Science in Design® Biophilic Design Implementation Guide gives you a practical, room-by-room framework for translating the principles of biophilia into real design decisions, from how you position furniture near windows to the materials you specify, the color palettes you reach for, and the patterns you incorporate to create spaces that feel instinctively right.

The truth is, your clients already feel the difference when they walk into a well-designed space. Science has now given us the language and roadmap to do it intentionally.

Download the Science in Design® Biophilic Design Implementation Guide and get a science-backed checklist covering:

  • Natural light and views
  • Living elements and water features
  • Natural materials and biomorphic forms
  • Nature-inspired color palettes
  • Spatial configuration strategies (prospect, refuge, and more)
  • Sensory connections
  • Room-specific applications for living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms

Whether you’re just beginning to explore biophilic design or deepening an existing practice, this guide gives you a concrete starting point and a reference you’ll return to again and again.