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A Biophilic Home.
Rating: 4.3 out of 5(17 ratings)
438 students

A Biophilic Home.

Interior Design for All Your Senses.
Created byAna Marcu
Last updated 6/2023
English
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand biophilic design principles for holistic well-being.
  • Learn to maximize natural light for mood and health improvement.
  • Discover ways to enhance indoor air quality with plants and ventilation.
  • Learn noise reduction techniques for a peaceful home environment.
  • Gain insight into using natural materials for sensory stimulation.
  • Design a kitchen that promotes easy and enjoyable healthy cooking.

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Course content

2 sections • 9 lectures • 32m total length

  • Introduction2:57

    Explore how interior design and architectural choices influence mood and well-being in a biophilic home, guided by science findings and a practical well-being checklist.

  • Biophilia4:23

    Explore our innate connection to nature and how bringing nature back into home environments improves mood, attention, and creativity through thoughtful design that engages all senses.

  • Seeing: Light5:04

    Maximize natural light to support circadian rhythm and well-being by choosing favorable orientation and design elements, adding skylights and glass walls, removing walls, and using reflective colors.

  • Breathing: Air4:05

    Explore how location and surrounding greenery affect air quality, and balance plants, air purifiers, and ventilation—cross and stack ventilation to reduce VOCs and invite fresh air and fragrances.

  • Touching: Texture4:25

    Explore how natural materials and tactile textures enhance home wellbeing, from stone and brick to bamboo, clay plasters, and copper, while avoiding flat synthetic wallpapers.

  • Hearing: Noise5:56

    Understand how urban noise affects well-being and apply biophilic design by choosing a quiet location and upgrading windows, glazing, and shading to reduce traffic noise.

  • Tasting: Cooking3:34

    Explore how tasting and kitchen layout influence healthy cooking, mood, and happiness by prioritizing natural light, space for herbs, adequate counter and fridge space, and a practical kitchen triangle.

  • Class Project and Resources0:32

    Use the well-being checklist from the class project resources to assess your home or prospective homes, and share your findings and photos with the class.

Requirements

  • For this course, no prior experience or specific skills in interior design are required
  • An interest in the crossing between science, psychology and interior design .
  • An interest in home design, health, and well-being.

Description

Learn how to design a home for all your senses and create more well-being at home. The aim of this course is to go beyond the visual elements that are emphasised in interior design and create a home that connects you with nature and stimulates all your senses. A biophilic home is not just about style; it's about setting up a space that works with you for your well-being.


In this class, we'll explore the simple yet often overlooked aspects that can really impact how you feel in your home, such as:

  • The way light impacts your mood and emotions

  • How to improve the quality of the air you breathe

  • Managing the noise around you

  • The importance of the materials and textures you live with

  • How your kitchen setup influences the quality of your meals


While wall colours and matching curtains might seem like a top priority, they become secondary if poor choices compromise our sensory needs. Thus, I’m inviting you to rethink your design approach and place emphasis where it truly matters - on creating an environment that satiates your senses just as nature intended.


By the end of this course, you'll have plenty of tips on how to create a home that:


  • Is flooded with natural light

  • Ensures the air you breathe is pure

  • Effectively keeps noise at bay

  • Features an array of natural materials with diverse textures

  • Encourages and enables the preparation of wholesome meals


Join me in discovering how the science of Biophilic design can unlock a healthier, happier living space. Redefine the relationship between your senses and your surroundings. Start designing not just a home but a lifestyle.



Who this course is for:

  • People who wish to feel more balanced at home.
  • Homeowners: Those who have their own property and wish to make changes to enhance their well-being.
  • Renters: People living in rented accommodations can also benefit, as many of the tips might be implementable without requiring structural changes.
  • Interior Design Enthusiasts: Anyone interested in interior design, particularly those with an interest in biophilic design or creating more holistic, wellness-focused spaces.
  • Health and Wellness Seekers: Individuals interested in improving their overall well-being and lifestyle through changes to their living environment.
  • Sustainability Advocates: Given the focus on natural light, clean air, and natural materials, those interested in sustainable and eco-friendly living might find this course valuable.
  • Professional Interior Designers or Architects: These professionals might benefit from the course to learn more about biophilic design principles and apply them in their work for clients.

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