A TREND THAT’S HERE TO STAY.

“Biophilic design is the practice of connecting people and the natural world of which people are a part within our built environments and communities. If we think about design as creatively solving the puzzle of look, feel and function, then biophilic design turns to nature for solutions.” - Wikipedia.

Biophilic design has become, what I believe, to be one of the best new trends for interior design. It has so many benefits where it can have a positive effect on all your senses, plus increase productivity if you work from home.

When choosing furnishings to accentuate this look, bring into your home beautiful raw and reclaimed timbers, bamboo, rattan, natural stone, cork in organic shapes, textured cushions and throws in natural fabrics like linen and cottons.

In floor coverings choose wool, jute, or sustainably sourced animal hide rugs. When it comes to choosing the colours opt for tones inspired by nature from greens, browns, warm neutrals and earthy tones.

Think of letting in natural lighting, water, plants, and other sensory design elements to give you an experience which energises, refreshes, and connects to nature.

You could put a sky light in or select a section of your home to create a sunroom conservatory with glass doors that open to create more ventilation when you like. You can create a vertical garden, plants or herbs in pots and hangers, terrariums, or plants on floating shelves; the options to bring the greenery in is endless.

If you don’t have a green thumb, there are other ways you can achieve this. Indirect biophilic elements that are merely representational still hold an arsenal of benefits. You can use good quality artificial plants, like an olive tree or palms, which we can supply at great prices though Style Central Home.

Speaking about bringing the outside in, serious biophilic design appeals to all the senses, including sound.  Possibly one of the most soothing things about being immersed in nature is the soft sound of birds and gently running water. You can create this by playing relaxation nature music like Tony O’Connor’s Rainforest Magic or by installing a water feature.

Bringing nature into your home or office can also be achieved by incorporating certain aromas, it’s a simple way to extend the experience and influence not just the tone of the room visually but also how it makes you feel whilst in it. Forget synthetic fragrances though, go with organic essential oils such as pine, cedar, lemongrass, or lavender, preferably diffused into the air for 30-60 minutes.

Outdoor living spaces also work well with the Biophilic design aspect of blurring the boundary between the indoor and outdoor areas of your home. Making your outdoor living space your own, no matter how large or small will create a haven for you to enjoy.

If you would like to find out how you could embrace Biophilic design at your home or commercial space, I would be delighted to assist you to create your own sanctuary.  Contact Style Central Home for a complimentary initial phone consultation.

Tracey Fincham

Interior Design & Décor Stylist

Style Central Home

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