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Natural materials and their meaningful materiality

In a biophilic year archive

The use of natural materials in design adds beauty and tactility to man-made spaces. Yet at the same time, it introduces a precious layer of meaning and connection into the built environment, one that gives depth to biophilic design.

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This essay is part of A Biophilic Year Archive, available with the book A Biophilic Year: 365 thoughts on the essence and practice of biophilic design.

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