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fromPsychology Today
6 hours ago

The Future of Brain Health Is Architecture

The built environment significantly influences mental health, mood, and performance, with neuroscience guiding design for improved well-being.
#interior-design
Renovation
fromCurbed
10 hours ago

Nick Poe's Houseplant Hot Spot

Poe creatively incorporates a bathtub into his loft's design, challenging traditional bathroom norms.
Remodel
fromRemodelista
4 weeks ago

Current Obsessions: Fresh Air - Remodelista

A curated collection of design, home, and lifestyle recommendations including new shops, sales, books, and plant-focused spaces opening or available this season.
Renovation
fromCurbed
10 hours ago

Nick Poe's Houseplant Hot Spot

Poe creatively incorporates a bathtub into his loft's design, challenging traditional bathroom norms.
Remodel
fromRemodelista
4 weeks ago

Current Obsessions: Fresh Air - Remodelista

A curated collection of design, home, and lifestyle recommendations including new shops, sales, books, and plant-focused spaces opening or available this season.
#tiny-house
fromWIRED
11 hours ago

Boost Your Backyard Wi-Fi With These Expert Tips

To improve outdoor Wi-Fi coverage, position the router centrally in the home and adjust its antennas. For mesh systems, relocate nodes closer to outdoor areas.
Roam Research
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Before You Lay Landscape Fabric In Your Edible Garden, Here's What You Should Know - Tasting Table

Landscape fabric can harm edible gardens by blocking nutrients, preventing beneficial insect migration, and leaching plastic into the soil.
Environment
fromNature
5 days ago

How buildings and cities can be aligned with life

Buildings currently harm the environment, but regenerative design can restore ecological systems and reduce waste through nature-inspired strategies.
Business intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Wilson Connectivity, Autonomous Systems team for in-building wireless service | Computer Weekly

Wilson Connectivity and Autonomous Systems partner to automate in-building wireless infrastructure management, enhancing deployment and ongoing optimization.
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
2 days ago

how lachlan turczan reshapes matter by bending light and water in atmospheric installations

Lachlan Turczan's practice sits in the space between physics, optics, and environmental art, as he works with lasers, water, mist, and custom-built lenses to produce sculptures made entirely from light.
Berlin music
Health
fromMail Online
3 days ago

'Office Air Theory' claims your office is making you UGLY

Office environments may negatively impact appearance, leading to symptoms similar to 'sick building syndrome'.
#architecture
LA real estate
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Real House / HK Associates Inc

Real House transforms an introverted site into a family home that captures dramatic views of the Sonoran Desert and Santa Catalina mountains.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 days ago

PBR House / Studio Saransh

Architecture must engage with its surroundings, creating a self-sustained identity through careful articulation of spaces and materiality.
fromPhilosophynow
3 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

DOT's Greenpoint Greenway Project Doesn't Dream Big Enough - Streetsblog New York City

The new Brooklyn waterfront greenway project on Commercial Street is insufficient to meet the growing demand for pedestrian and bike space.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Every child wants to find joy': the scheme designing playground equipment for disaster zones

Meininger, who grew up in Germany but now lives in London, likes making things. So when he saw how much his young sons enjoyed the jungle gym and play forts at the local park, he made an indoor treehouse for them.
Parenting
Design
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
5 days ago

The person who always has headphones in - even when nothing is playing - isn't ignoring you, they built a portable wall years ago because somewhere along the way they learned that being available to everyone meant being known by no one - Silicon Canals

Creating boundaries in a culture of constant availability is essential for personal well-being and deep thinking.
#home-renovation
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
9 hours ago

A "Closed-Off" Living Room Becomes a Bright, Dreamy Oasis

Homeowners transformed a dark, closed-off living room into a bright, open-concept space by removing wallpaper and knocking down a wall.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
1 day ago

They Needed a House That Could Host Everything, From Fundraisers to Playdates

The renovation transformed a 1920s home into a functional space for hosting diverse events and improving daily livability.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 week ago

They Turned an "All-White Shell" into a Plant-Filled Dream Home

A couple transformed their stark house into a vibrant, nature-inspired home filled with color, plants, and personal touches.
Agriculture
fromEarth911
2 days ago

Infographic: Tips for an Environmentally Responsible, Low-Maintenance Yard

An environmentally friendly approach to yard maintenance can save time, money, and effort while benefiting the local ecosystem.
Wellness
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago

The Longevity Home: Designing for Longer, Healthier Lives

Home design significantly impacts long-term health and healthspan through material choices, spatial planning, and science-informed design decisions that support healthy behaviors.
#furniture-design
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Your Brain Needs the Outdoors More Than You Think

Human brains evolved outdoors and require natural environments to function optimally; modern indoor lifestyles cause mental fatigue that nature exposure restores through soft fascination and circadian rhythm regulation.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

This "Wonky" Backyard Got a Mediterranean Makeover That Feels Like a Vacation

Hardscaping enhances outdoor spaces using non-plant materials, creating functional and aesthetic zones in landscape design.
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago

Home Design for a Longer Life: Can a House Really Promote Longevity?

When you design your home with intentionality, you are essentially 'hard-coding' healthy behaviors into your daily rhythm. Health outcomes are the result of thousands of micro-decisions—so in his own home, he prioritized spaces like the kitchen, whose open layout makes cooking a pleasure, and the gym, centrally located.
Wellness
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Designed Comfort, Purchased Comfort: Passive Design and Air Conditioning in Hong Kong

Widespread reliance on air conditioning has significantly altered architectural design incentives, particularly in Hong Kong.
Wellness
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago

The First Step to a Longevity Home? The Floor Plan

Home floor plan design fundamentally shapes daily habits, nervous system function, and longevity through strategic light exposure, spatial flow, and environmental orientation.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Kengo Kuma & Associates Present Site-Specific Installation "Earth | Tree" at Copenhagen Contemporary

Kengo Kuma's Earth | Tree installation in Copenhagen blends timber, brick, and light, embodying a responsive architectural approach.
Design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 days ago

Biomimetic Architecture Reaches New Heights With This Bird-of-Paradise Yoga Space - Yanko Design

Thilina Liyanage's architecture translates animal gestures into functional designs, exemplified by the Rifle Bird Yogashala inspired by the Victoria's riflebird's courtship display.
Mental health
fromTetraLogical
3 weeks ago

Designing for people with anxiety - TetraLogical

Thoughtful design reduces stress and anxiety by lowering cognitive load, while poor design amplifies these conditions for users experiencing threat responses.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
3 days ago

This Living Room Was One Big Room - Now It's Three Smart Spaces

Creating flexible furniture solutions is essential for maximizing space in small apartments.
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Coldefy Leads Winning Masterplan to Transform Budapest Brownfield into Rewilded Urban District

The regeneration plan includes over 10,000 apartments, new transportation links, and commercial and civic spaces, forming a comprehensive urban redevelopment strategy aligned with 15-minute city principles.
Renovation
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

Off the Mainland: Floating Architecture Projects Redefining the Built Environment

Floating architecture adapts to water levels, using buoyant materials and anchoring systems to address environmental challenges in coastal regions.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Las Vegas Park / Gustavo Gonzalez Galarza

Las Vegas Park symbolizes Portoviejo's rebirth post-earthquake, serving as a vibrant community space for gatherings and cultural events.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

It has changed my life': How a dose of nature is treating mental illness

Dose of Nature prescribes outdoor time as mental health treatment, achieving 64% recovery rates compared to NHS talking therapies' 50%, with nature exposure providing serotonin boosts and immune system benefits through phytoncides.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 days ago

Youth Commons / Studio RE+N

A neglected rooftop in Songyang County transforms into a vibrant community commons despite initial design flaws and lack of facilities.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 week ago

This 1899 Brooklyn Brownstone Apartment Has Windows in Every Room (and So Many Plants!)

Alison Beshai found her ideal apartment after Hurricane Ida forced her to relocate unexpectedly.
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

The Illusion of Lightness: Designing Civic Voids for Public Life

The original intent of pilotis was to create a sense of lightness that would allow circulation and light to flow beneath a structure, but contemporary requirements render thin columns insufficient for large-scale civic projects.
Renovation
Remodel
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago

Build It Better: The Materials That Make a Healthier Home

Healthier homes combine natural materials, advanced filtration systems, and vetted non-toxic products without requiring excessive spending or sacrificing design aesthetics.
Wellness
fromDesign Milk
1 month ago

Emergence is a New Kind of Multi-Sensorial Wellness Experience

The wellness sector reaches $6.3 billion in 2023 with 7.3% annual growth through 2028, expanding beyond traditional treatments into neuroscience-based experiences like Kinda Studio's personalized meditative Emergence service.
Renovation
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Learn From My Mistakes. What Not to Do When Building Your Outdoor Sauna

Choosing the right type of sauna is crucial for installation and enjoyment.
Mental health
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

Could Your Kitchen Use Some Houseplants? They May Help Beat Cabin Fever, According To Research - Tasting Table

Houseplants alleviate seasonal affective disorder and cabin fever symptoms, with low-maintenance options like peace lilies, snake plants, and pothos thriving in kitchens with limited light and space.
fromwww.archdaily.com
6 days ago

Forest Toilet A & B / Ja-Sheng Chen Architects + Fa+p

The design of Forest Toilet A emphasizes the importance of integrating architecture with the natural environment, ensuring that the structure complements the existing landscape rather than disrupts it.
Design
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
5 days ago

Red Bridge Cabin / Wiki World + Advanced Architecture Lab

The 'Red Bridge Cabin' is an eco-friendly wooden cabin in Yuancheng Cultural Park, emphasizing historical preservation and natural integration.
Real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Green spaces should be the norm for all new housing developments in England, guidelines say

New government guidelines recommend mixed-use, heritage-preserving, nature-inclusive neighbourhood developments with shops, schools, green spaces and flood protection as standard for new housing developments.
Philosophy
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

A Forest in the House / Equipo de Arquitectura

Visible particulars can obscure and thereby sustain larger realities; recognizing that concealment reveals the fuller, latent structure of the whole.
Mindfulness
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Workplaces are integrating nature to bring balance and calm. Here's how

Bringing elements of nature into the workday reduces stress and restores calm, even in windowless or urban workplaces, through brief outdoor breaks or nature-infused practices.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Health, Habitat, and Civic Infrastructure: Designing the City as a National Park

Cities around the world share a common goal: to become healthier and greener, supported by civic infrastructure that restores ecosystems and strengthens public life. The question is how to reach this. Global climate targets, local building codes, and municipal standards increasingly guide designers and planners toward better choices. Still, many cities struggle to translate these frameworks into everyday, street-level comfort and long-term ecological protection.
Environment
Design
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Rethinking Architecture at the Scale of Planetary Systems

Contemporary architecture operates within interconnected technological systems—energy networks, data infrastructures, and global logistics—that fundamentally shape what can be built, its affordability, performance, and waste production.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Nature reconsidered: why it's making us anxious

Urbanization and reduced everyday contact with nature are increasing biophobia, distancing people—especially children—from natural sensory experiences and raising long-term mental health risks.
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Spaces That Feel Back: How Buildings Respond to Human Behavior

Decades of research in environmental psychology and building science reveal that indoor conditions can profoundly affect human health and behavior. Lighting influences circadian rhythms and sleep patterns. Air quality impacts cognitive performance and respiratory health. Temperature and acoustics shape comfort and concentration.
Renovation
Design
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

6 Unbuilt Retreats Exploring Hospitality Through Landscape and Refuge

Retreat architecture reimagines hospitality through landscape-responsive design prioritizing rest, reflection, and environmental sensitivity over spectacle across diverse global contexts.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 weeks ago

Spring Patio / amass

A Yunnan restaurant in Chengdu integrates contemporary design as a light layer over preserved original structural elements using industrial materials.
Wellness
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday

Bringing nature into the workday—through outdoor breaks, walk-and-talk meetings, virtual walks, or natural objects and sounds—reduces stress and improves focus.
Remodel
fromElite Traveler
2 months ago

6 Sustainable Home Trends for 2026, According to an Interior Designer

Luxury interior design in 2026 centers on sustainability, material longevity, tactile heritage aesthetics, and emotional resonance over novelty and visual excess.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

How to Frame the Landscape: Design Strategies in Residential Architecture

Siting and framing choices create a visual hierarchy that shapes perception, modulates emotional intensity, and mediates the relationship between human scale and surrounding nature.
Design
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

Designing for Presence: When Architecture Invites Us to Stay

Architectural design should prioritize presence by creating calm, comfortable spaces that enable staying, reflection, and shared awareness without demanding interaction.
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

When Light Meets Energy in Glass Ceilings

From the large industrial roofs and galleries of the 19th century to the contemporary atriums of museums and public buildings, glass has been a recurring material in shaping large and monumental interior spaces. More than a technological or engineering solution, these horizontal glazed planes introduce a distinct luminous quality: light that comes from above. Unlike lateral daylight entering through façades, zenithal light is more evenly distributed, reduces harsh shadows, and lends spaces a sense of continuity and openness that is difficult to achieve otherwise.
Design
Design
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Design as a catalyst for wellbeing

Design must prioritize holistic wellbeing—physical, psychological, and environmental—for people and planet across supply chains, materials, energy, and end-of-life decisions.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 months ago

My Front Yard / Architectkidd

A decentralized cluster of low-rise pavilions in front of a Phuket hillside reimagines retail through open-air circulation, neighborhood planning, and unified architectural language.
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