why and how to use Biophilic Design to Support workplace wellbeing and Productivity

Imagine stepping into a workspace filled with sunlight, gentle greenery, fresh flowing air and the calming sound of water, where every detail nurtures focus, creativity, and wellbeing. Might make it a little easier to get up and get into the office on a workday?

Integrating nature, greenery and daylight improves mental/physical wellbeing, creativity and productivity, often with low‑cost steps. That’s a win for people and performance.

Benefits of Biophilic Design in the Workplace:

  • Boosts physical health
  • Supports mental wellbeing
  • Increases creativity & innovation
  • Reduces stress & burnout
  • Attracts & retains top talent
  • Cuts absenteeism & sick leave

Key elements of Biophilic Design to support workplace wellbeing, productivity and your business:

  • Views of nature
  • Multi-sensory stimuli
  • Enhance natural airflow
  • Add water features
  • Use biomorphic shapes
  • Maximise natural lighting
  • Design varied spatial layouts

Who are Oliver Heath Design?

Our passion for creating spaces in the built environment where all life can flourish is central to our approach and delivered across a range of services:

🌿 Design Strategy - Robust design strategy to support occupants and organisations in the creation of healthy, thriving spaces

🌿 Spatial Design - End-to-end design services that deliver tangible occupant benefits & ROI

🌿 Thought Leadership - Translating research into accessible, implementable design insights: on paper, online, in-person

🌿 Media & Partnerships - Collaborating with brands to offer bespoke talks, marketing and partnerships to amplify and make accessible, design for wellbeing

Get in touch with the team at Oliver Heath Design today.

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