Biophilia is a word that derives from the Greek bios, which means life, and philia, which means love, affection, being a concept that represents the love for life or something that is alive, an exaltation of nature and the need to be connected to her.
This need to relate, be present and have contact with something alive is intrinsic to human evolution itself. The search for the interiorization of nature in built environments has become increasingly common, as a way to bring us a little closer to living elements.
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The well-being that nature provides to humanity is a physical and psychological need that provides numerous benefits to health and social, mental and physical well-being.
The need to integrate spaces with nature has been migrating from the intimate/private sphere to collective/public places. It is possible to observe corporate offices adopting more humane postures and reinforcing the character of well-being linked to work moments.
Below, we've listed some of the top reasons to apply biophilia and biophilic elements, and bringing green into workspaces broadens the value proposition of work.
1. AMBIENTES MAIS SAUDÁVEIS E COM MELHORES CONDIÇÕES AMBIENTAIS
The use of light and natural ventilation not only optimizes the quality of the interior spaces, but also brings greater energy efficiency.
Excessive use of air conditioning tends to dry out the air and increase the chances of virus contamination, just as excessive artificial lighting can disrupt our circadian rhythm, causing confusion when eating and resting, for example.
The change in the color temperature of the light indicates what time of day it is, relating to our needs. When we fill the environments with light and natural ventilation, we deliver more health to the beings that live there.
2. AUMENTO NO TEMPO DE PERMANÊNCIA EM ESPAÇOS MAIS AGRADÁVEIS
When we bring biophilic elements to indoor spaces, such as an abundance of plants and raw organic materials such as wood and stone, or even the water element, we increase well-being and, consequently, we feel good and tend to stay longer in these spaces. No wonder we look for parks or beaches when we want to recharge our batteries.
The welcoming feeling is almost automatic and we feel comfortable doing other activities and improving our relationship with the other people there.
3. REDUÇÃO DO ESTRESSE E DINAMIZAÇÃO DA PRESSÃO
If we imagine that we can energize ourselves within our own workspace with natural elements, with plants and water, feeling aromas, noise and humidity, we understand that these spaces are much less oppressive and that the company values the well-being of its employees.
In this way, people tend to be calmer and the conflict occurs in a milder way. Although stressful scenarios and situations are likely to occur, resources external to human beings promote a natural rebalancing.
Even spaces that have the presence of animals, such as dogs and cats, tend to be more relaxed and resilient.
4. VIVENCIAR LUGARES MAIS INSPIRADORES E CRIATIVOS
The abundance of natural elements generates a very positive consequence: the stimulation of creativity and the unconscious openness to solving problems, because well-being is a fundamental factor for the development of these issues.
Positioned in suitable places, the plants enhance creative processes and inspire solutions that may seem unusual. Nature, however, is full of simple and, at the same time, sophisticated solutions.
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5. TORNAR-SE REFERÊNCIA E CRIAR UM LEGADO
When we have a corporate environment with biophilic elements, we bring different elements and subsidies for a better interpersonal relationship, greater social and environmental well-being, in addition to making spaces much more interesting and instagrammable, making employees and collaborators proud to transmit not only company values but also benefits associated with it, in addition to compensation for working there.
This legacy goes beyond the boundaries of the company and encourages everyone around, including customers who are there, experiencing the benefits, through photos, stories and reports, of this relationship with the biophilic workspace. Sometimes, positively encouraging even more people to have more plants in their homes or, simply, to pay attention to other scales and lifestyles.
One of the most successful examples we have and an easy way to bring these experiences into the office or home is through Fishnet Line, which brings nature into the furniture, not only optimizing the space, but also providing another way to touch the plants and feel their textures and aromas.
Check out this versatile, light and practical furniture line developed by Plant Ideas.
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