Philosophy

Nourishing spaces, a philosophy
at the crossroads of biophilic principles,
sustainability, and a deeply intentional
design ethos.

Designing spaces is a responsibility towards the people that inhabit them as well as towards the planet that hosts us all. But it’s also the opportunity to shape a better future for us as well as for our planet.

All anooi studio’s activity is a reflection of a design approach that has formed with time: nourishing spaces, a philosophy at the crossroads of biophilic principles, sustainability, and a deeply intentional design ethos.

Restorative spaces and biophilic design

The spaces we inhabit have an impact on how we feel and behave. Often unconscious, this effect is always present.

Nourishing spaces are wellbeing-centered environments that intentionally target positive behaviours and emotions, shaping experiential, sensory and restorative atmospheres through design. Incorporating the essence of nature and learning from its contributions to health and wellbeing, nourishing spaces reconnect designed and natural environments while inspiring a deep and balanced relationship between people and nature. A relationship that’s nurturing and instructive at once, that supports our physical and mental wellbeing while reminding us of our relative place in the world.

Responsible spaces and sustainability

Nourishing spaces also look beyond their boundaries, considering their impact in the grand scheme of things.

The willingness to respect and protect nature translates into a responsible approach to design: one that ponders all choices to make sure they’ll last while constantly researching environmentally and socially conscious solutions. 

Embodying a deeply intentional ethos and putting design choices in perspective, nourishing spaces hinge on the people that inhabit them as well as on the planet that hosts us all.