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Biophilic Edit


Biophilic Edit collects inspirations from my design research and reads: biophilic projects, design details, and ideas to bring the spaces we design closer to the natural world.

Biophilic Edit is issued monthly as part of anooi newsletter. Below is an extract from previous issues.



  1. Informal and oversized branches add interest, bring nature indoors, and establish a genuine connection with the surroundings.

  2. The reflection of leaves on a glazed façade and a plain wall project indoors the subtle movements, changes, and instances of life happening outdoors.

  3. A stone wall running across the interior and the outdoor creates continuity while inviting a fluid use of space.

  4. A rainwater collection system doubles as a dynamic water feature that populates according to the weather, thus connecting the space with nature’s changing conditions.

  5. Converted from church to restaurant, the space acquires an intriguing atmosphere while retaining the identity of its history.

  6. The combination of curved forms, natural materials, and a laid-back landscape create a welcoming and calming atmosphere.


Biophilic Edit is issued as part of anooi newsletter: a monthly appointment rich in inspiration and reflection on the design of nourishing spaces that live in balance with nature. Email addresses are never disclosed, and it’s always possible to unsubscribe.



Image credits: Vincent Van Duysen, Poliform, Minotti, Float – Ph: J. Gary Tarleton, Volumnia – Ph: Fausto Mazza Studio, Carl Hansen & Søn