Theory

Biophilic Design

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Humans have an innate connection to nature; built environments incorporating natural elements enhance well-being.

Dwelling Collectivity

Details

Introduced: 1980s

Classifications

Holder: Individual
Source of authority: Observation
Subject: More than human
Degree of codification: Pattern based
Mode of transmission: Text drawing
Knowledge type: Propositional
Epistemic cluster: Western philosophical

Referenced by

Biophilic Design articulates
Edward O. Wilson proposed
Stephen Kellert proposed
Bioclimatic Design relates to

Sources

Stephen R. Kellert and Edward O. Wilson (eds.). The Biophilia Hypothesis. Island Press, 1993.

Cite this entry

First published May 2026Last revised Jul 2026

CLAD. "Biophilic Design." Atlas of Architectural Thought. CLAD, 2026. https://www.cl-ad.com.au/research/atlas/theory/biophilic-design/. Accessed July 17, 2026.