JAMES CLARK 2017
FINAL MAJOR PROJECT TOPIC: BIOPHILIC DESIGN IN THE WORKPLACE
VALIDATORS & COLLABORATORS
NATURAL, INSPIRING & CREATIVE SPACES
What is DivideByNature? This innovative green system, designed and engineered by DivideByNature, offers new and exciting possibilities for enhancing the work place for both small and large businesses.
A modular system, which is planted on both sides, offers a function as a room divider within an office environment, creating personal workspaces and breakout areas. Focused on improving the wellness and well-being of those who inhabit that space. DivideByNature uses a range of living greenery which not only delights the senses, but also promotes health and well-being by absorbing carbon dioxide and other toxic gases and replacing them with oxygen. The system uses biophilic design to improve acoustic comfort, creating areas of privacy and more efficient working environments. The DivideByNature modular system provides a flexible, adaptable and cost effective solution for all businesses.
Latest research proves: • Plants filter the air, removing some of the harmful toxins given off by modern office equipment and synthetic materials. • Plants give off oxygen, making people more alert so they work more efficiently. • Indoor plants promote health and well-being by around 15%, creativity by 15% and productivity by 6% . • Plants make the atmosphere more humid, reducing tickly coughs and absenteeism. • Living walls help to suppress dust particles. • Plants have effective acoustic properties • Employee engagement positively correlates with workplace satisfaction.
MODULAR, VERSATILE & LOWMAINTENANCE
QUIET MEETING/ BREAKOUT SPACE
WELCOMING RECEPTION SPACE
PRIVATE WORK SPACE
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Balancing the zone with biophilic design Biophilia definition: The notion that humans possess an instinctive tendancy to continually seek out connections with nature.
Should a ‘work’place be any different to other spaces we inhabit? The ‘work’ place should support a sense of well-being and promote health and productivity to truly bring the best out of its inhabitants. Just as plants can divide a space, you can also use them to balance and frame a space. If you want to create a visual buffer that directs the view, as opposed to obstructing it, DivideByNature is the option for you.
Free-standing. Modular. Versatile Look around your space. Is there an awkward spot you don’t know what to do with but is begging for attention? You might have thought about putting up art? DivideByNature is comprised of an array of living moss and microgreens which not only delight the senses by bringing colour, depth and texture to reception,meeting and breakout spaces, they also promote health and well-being by absorbing carbon dioxide and other toxic gasses and replacing them with oxygen.
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The system is floor-standing and mobile, designed to adapt to any environment and works in harmony with current furniture systems on the market.
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Functions • Desk to desk privacy/acoustic partition • Define a breakout or meeting • Define a walkway • Create a quiet zone • Create an inviting reception space • Hide unsightly watercoolers and vending machines
4 The future ‘work’ place is green Innovative green system designed and engineered by DivideByNature offers new and exciting possibilities for enhancing the work place, even where there is little space. There’s plenty of scope for adding greenery to contribute to wellbeing and a more pleasing environment. Read through our information and choose the best planting options for your space.
The future ‘work’ place is green A new wave of employees seek more from their workplace than simply a space to work. Tempt top talented employees with an inviting and welcoming workplace.
Why Choose DivideByNature? • Integrated low maintenance irrigation system • No electricity required • No water pump required • Easy to move • Visual privacy • Reduces ambient noise • Provides a healthy indoor environment • Increased oxygen levels • Easy to swap and change over panels
Research proves: • Employee engagement positively correlates with workplace satisfaction. • Employees are more likely to work somewhere if the environment is nice.
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5 It’s easy growing Due to the innovative design, DivideByNature requires no power and relies on visual queues to notify when it requires watering. Our range of living panels and pockets can be used in most situations including low light and high temperature. The green panels are easily swapped out and revamped over time ensuring a visually stimulating partition all year around.
How is it low maintenance? We have combined industrial design with horticultural experience to bring you a hydroponic system that requires no power, no standing water and no mess. Guessing when and how much water to give to your plants is the most common way of killing indoor plants. Our innovative panels have been designed to prolong the plants life inbetween watering. Semi permeable membrane
Super Absorbant Polymers SAP can quickly absorb several hundreds of times its weight in water to become a transparent gel. This gel slowly releases water and fertiliser to the plants improving water use efficiency. Advantages: • Visibly shrinks so you know when to refill. • Slowly releases water and fertiliser to the plants as needed. • Available in various colours • Reusable, fill up again and again. • Reduce total water usage by 30-40%
Microgreen felt DivideByMicrogreen panels are backed with pockets of SAP which absorb water from the surrounding material when it is moist and disperses it back into the material when it becomes dry. To rehydrate simply spray water onto the surface once a week or top up from the back if your environment is very humid. Advantages: • Totally soil-less grow medium • Spreads water evenly to the roots • Allows good aeration of the roots • Gradually disperses water over time.
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Improving acoustic performance One way to create a welcoming, stress-free environment is through reducing unwanted noise using indoor plants. Plants absorb, diffract and reect sound and provide a cost effective alternative to plain ofďŹ ce partitions.
A better working environment Combined manufactured acoustic material with natural elements bringing you an aesthetically pleasing and functional partition.
Passive acoustics The optimum acoustic environment will be obtained with the right combination of sound absorption and sound attenuation. The occupants of a space require three things:
Intelligibility - To hear and to be understood. In an effective working environment communication needs to be clear at normal volume.
Concentration - To not be disturbed. Blocking sound between workstations is important to reduce distractions and ensure maximum productivity.
Confidentiality - To not be overheard. Private conversations should remain just that.
Plants reduce noise Plants alter room acoustics by reducing the reverberation time. They tend to work better in acoustically live spaces, such as those that have hard surfaces like marble walls, exposed concrete and stone floors making them the ideal to apply to an office environment. Sound Absorption Plant parts such as stems and leaves absorb sound. Thick, fleshy leaves are particularly effective at absorbing sound with their dynamic surface area. The greater number of plants, the size of the plant and its surface area will all affect its ability to absorb sound.
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Sound Deflection When sound waves hit a flexible material, like plants, the material will vibrate and the waves are transformed into other forms of energy, as well as being deflected in other directions. Sound Refraction Plantings that cover surface areas help reduce sound echoing. For example, vines on walls and the sides of buildings will help refract sound. Green walls are also excellent at refracting sound. Air Pocket
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Environmental Impact DivideByNature believes in saving the planet through operating a circular economy. We hope to reduce the environmental impact with responsible solutions, from product design and raw materials selection to manufacturing and logistics.
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A Circular Economy The circular economy is an ecnomic system that is designed to maximise reusability of products and raw materials and minimise value destruction, unlike the current linear system in which raw materials are converted into products that are destroyed following usage.
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1. DivideByNature utilises sustainably sourced materials and provides a modular product service solution to bring customers elements of the system on a monthly subscription basis. 2. High quality materials ensure long product life. 3. The microgreen panels are retrieved, cleaned and re-planted for another customer. 4. No materials are lost in this process. Cradle to cradle design.
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Build a system unique to your business The DivideByNature system is designed to allow you to build a system that is unique to your business. Not all greenery will ourish in every environment, some prefer more light, water and maintenance than others. Once you have considered the environment, pick colours that represent your business to ensure the DivideByNature system ďŹ ts seamlessly into your space. Natural, inspiring and creative spaces
A growing system for growing businesses Build a system unique to your space, that reflects your core values and fits within your specific needs. We offer a range of plant options and colours so you can build a system that is unique to your business.
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Light - Plants require light to live, wheather it is artificial or natural we have a solution for all lighting conditions. Temperature - Our plants originate from all over the world, therefore, when selecting the greenery you must select those that will flourish in your environment. Air movement - If the temperature of any air movement is different to the ambient air temperature, then this could be a problem. Therefore when positioning your system, take into consideration the location of any opening external doors, windows, heating outlets and air conditioners.
Build your own online DivideByNature panels or ask our advice on how best to construct a system unique to your space. Choose from a range of colours for your base frame and the appropriate ‘living panels’ (four panels to each side) to create an eye-catching and versatile partition.
Recieve your individual flat packed dividebynature system and simply self-assemble each of the components.
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Maintain your system
Rehydrate the DivideByMicrogreen panel every week either from the back of the panel or by spraying the surface. No need for irregation systems, pumps or service contracts. With our unique swap out service you can harvest, and replace your microgreen panel monthly ensuring quality aesthetics .
VISIT OUR WEBSITE TO START BUILDING YOUR SYSTEM NOW OR CALL US
GREEN DIRECTORY It is important that you consider your environment when choosing your plants to ensure your system thrives all year around. We offer an option for everybody and every space. Use these symbols to select the right plants for your space. Low Light
Water Once A Month
Part Light
Water Once A Week
Full Light
Never Water
DIVIDEBYMOSS Natural Cream MS001
Apple Green MS002
Sunset Orange MS003
Sunflower Yellow MS004
Stone Gray MS005
Purple Lavendar MS006
* Once installed, the DivideByMoss panel is 100% maintenance free. Providing the space has a humidity above 35% and the panel is kept out of direct sunlight the panel will flourish all year around.
PLACE AN ORDER TODAY @ www.dividebynature.co.uk/moss Next day delivery, and ready to install instantly.
DIVIDEBYMICROGREENS Moss Curled Cress MG001
Coriander MG002
Basil MG003
Mizina MG004
Mixed Mustard MG005
Micro Borage MG006
Wheatgrass MG007
Pink Stem Kale MG008
Artificial turf MG009
Artificial Chives MG010
* A range of edible microgreens and artificial options to choose from. Some DivideByMicrogreens require a good light source to flourish.
PLACE AN ORDER TODAY @ www.dividebynature.co.uk/microgreens We operate a just in time policy and plant the seeds upon ordering therefore allow up to 3 working days.
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Made of naturally stabilised Reindeer Moss, the DivideByMoss panel ďŹ ts into any kind of environment. DivideByMoss is a great option to consider if your work environment is unforgiving to plant life. It is long lasting and ready to be installed instantly giving you an eyecatching, maintenance-free living wall in no time.
Depth, colour and texture Visually enhance your workplace with sustainably sourced natural Reindeer Moss adding texture, colour and depth to any space. It’s modern and green look, together with it’s strong aesthetic impact, make DivideByMoss a successful tool for business and communication. Create visually stunning workplace guaranteed to raise the question, “Is that real?”
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• 100% natural stabilized lichen • Collected without any damage to vegetation • Processed with non-toxic substances • Needs 35% minimum humidity rate to be properly maintained • Certified fireproof
• Maintenance-free • Does not grow, does not need to be pruned nor watered
• Do not expose to direct sunlight • Must not be watered
• Does not need sunlight • No bacterial growth • Does not attract insect • Long lasting • No maintenance expenses over time • No electrostatic charge • Does not attract dust
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Do you have bare open space you are not sure what to do with? Do you struggle to keep your plants looking alive and fresh? Do you have passive sound acoustics in your ofďŹ ce? DivideByMicrogreens embodies innovation, offering a visually impacting and low maintenance solution to breaking up passive acoustics and space with plants. Sign up to DivideByMicrogreens monthly subscription and receive fresh vertical microgreen panels each month which you can harvest and enjoy with your lunch.
Edible artwork Microgreens add colour, texture and scent to an environment and typically live for 20 30 days before they are fully grown. Bring a whole new dimension of artwork into the workplace with microgreen panels you can watch grow and eat at the end of their life. Join our monthly subscription service for a fresh panel every month. Grow, harvest and swap panels monthly on a subscription basis, keeping your workplace fresh and inviting all year round. Selected for their hardy nature, visual appeal and ability to be eaten. Grow vertically like never before, our microgreen panels last one month and can be harvested and eaten at the end of their life. .
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Harvest after 1 month. Swap out with fresh delivered panel
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• Patented low maintenance panel • Microgreens selected for being hardy • Pre-fertilised • Certified fireproof • Water by spraying onto surface
• Reduced watering (50 - 60% less.) Water every other week. • Effortless microgreen harvesting • No bacteria • No over watering • Non toxic and biodegradable material • Circular economy system
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