Spring Biophilic Treasures

During our visits to the trade fairs, we gathered a series of impressions and visual references. What follows is a curated selection, that a group of Biophilic Designers and  Biophilic advocates,found to be particularly aligned with biophilic principles and our shared values. It is a collective perspective, shaped across different visits.

1.  OASIS  By Rick Tegelaar "This was the best thing I have seen ."This was an amazing Multi sensory experience that absolutely stood out for me" Lianne Bongers  

2. Kenonsis by  Diasen "An experiential and immersive environment where soft forms together with  natural material (cork and Lime), enhanced by light annd shadow effects created a refuge space that felt both legible and mysterious."  Arch.Lucilla Malara

 

3. SurfBench, a dynamic seating experience. "Sitting on it, I perceived the movement of the wood like ocean waves of the winnd moving through  through leaves. A simple gesture capable of transforming a piece of furniture into an emotional and bodily experience" Arch . Lucilla Malara

 

4.Big by Nerosicilia - " naturally heat shaped tables that take us to the heart of the earth where  matter re-emerges from its primordial state - I love how raw this felt" Odile Smith 

 

5. Bosque  by DeCastelli - "this was one of the most impressive installations/product of the entire salone. Sculptured leaves with the high quality metal finishings designed by Lina Obregòn a delight for  the  biophilic  eye." Odile Smith

 

6. Hempwood - "my personal confirmation that hemp is an incredible versatile material reed, to be used not only in construction of the building but also as a wood for flooring and furniture- hempwood finally taking center stage."  Odile Smith. 

 

7. Naomi Paul -  "made with 100% Egyptian mercerized cotton - this lamp shades stands out as a centerpiece in any living room and call to our haptic sense as well as playing with bbeatiful shades of light

 

8. Agua Fabrics -  "Impressed by the  beautiful colours and the extent of their certifications and tests. Beautiful and safe" - Francesca Kiprianidis