30 second intro video: the sights and sounds of nature
Biophilia is our innate love and connection with nature
Nature bathing practiced in Japan
Living within one mile of a green space lowers our risk for 15 of the most common diseases.
Park located within a luxury hotel in Singapore
Quote by Singapore’s former Prime Minister
Percentage of the world population that lives in highly urbanized areas.
Projected percentage of the world population that will live in urban areas by the year 2050
Historical example of biophilic design
Benefits of visual and auditory presence of nature
Benefits of water and changing climate in a space
Benefits of natural, diffused lighting and changing seasons
Forms, patterns, and materials that mimic or resemble those found in nature.
Positive impacts nature has on our psychology and biology
Benefits of incorporating nature into the workplace
Benefits of incorporating nature into hospitals and schools
Advocate and expert on the issue of biophilia
Example of how to enhance a space with natural elements
Raising awareness: Solution 1 Building temporary “tree houses� to promote importance of nature in urban areas
Raising awareness: Solution 2 Use movable biophilic walls to make mazes in highly urbanized areas that are void of nature.
We need to continue to preserve and surround ourselves with nature if we want to thrive long into the future.
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GRA 461: Fall 2017 Visual Communication V
Student: Madisen Fedo Instructor: Paul Howell, Eric Montgomery