Form & Taste

Urban Living

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A modern living space with abundant plants, natural materials, and large windows showcasing a green urban landscape, promoting well-being.
Design

What are Biophilic Design Principles for Well-being and Aesthetics?

Urban living often diminishes physical and mental health, a stark contrast to green spaces.

Luca Bianchi·July 20, 2026
A modern interior space with abundant plants, natural light, and natural materials, showcasing biophilic design principles for enhanced well-being.
Design

What Are Biophilic Design Principles for Interior Spaces and Why Do They Matter?

In a landmark study across offices in the UK and Netherlands, staff working in 'green' environments with plants were found to be a remarkable 15% more productive than their counterparts in 'lean' desi

Luca Bianchi·June 28, 2026
A futuristic cityscape with abundant greenery, water, and people enjoying nature, illustrating biophilic design principles in urban living.
Design

What are Biophilic Design Principles for Urban Living?

Providing hospital patients with views to nature could save over $93 million annually in healthcare costs, according to Terrapin Bright Green .

Luca Bianchi·June 21, 2026
Interior of a modern apartment with abundant plants, natural materials, and large windows, demonstrating biophilic design principles.
Design

What are Biophilic Design Principles in Modern Architecture?

Urban living correlates directly with poorer physical and mental health, a stark contrast to green spaces' restorative qualities.

Luca Bianchi·May 20, 2026
A stylish small urban balcony featuring a railing-attached bar table, a plant, and a coffee cup, bathed in morning light.
Design

Creative Small Balcony Interior Design Ideas for 2026

A slim bar table attached directly to your railing can instantly transform a cramped balcony into a functional dining or workspace.

Luca Bianchi·May 19, 2026