Biophilic Interior Design

A Case Study on the Relation Between Water Elements and Well-Being of the Users in an Educational Building

Bibliographic Data

ID21997243
AuthorsFiona Nevzati (0000-0003-1124-7407, Estonian University of Life Sciences), Özgen Osman Demirbaş (0000-0002-8279-2157, İzmir University of Economics), Deniz Hasırcı (0000-0001-9928-6077, İzmir University of Economics)
Year2021
Volume11
Issue2
Pages450-467
Publication date2021-12-27
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueSanat ve Tasarım Dergisi (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2146-9059
PublisherAnadolu University Journal of Art and Design (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.20488/sanattasarim.1049023
OpenAlexW4200409588
LanguageEN
References cited27

The concept of biophilia is an innate human tendency to seek connection with nature. Biophilic design is the integration of the built environment and nature, which offers an opportunity to design healthier places, resulting in lower stress and improved well-being. Water elements are considered one of the most effective biophilic design elements for the betterment of the interiors through decreased stress and improved mood. This paper examines the relationships between well-being and principles of biophilic design through indoor water elements, with specific focus on educational environments. A case study was conducted examining the effects of various indoor water elements for an entrance area of an educational building. It was found that occupants were generally content with the presence of interior water elements, and they perceived that direct access to nature made them feel more connected with it. There is a statistically significant difference between the responses of males and females, t = -2.041, p = 0.045 (p

Architectural engineering · Geometry · Mood · Sociology · Architectural and Urban Studies · Architecture and Cultural Influences · Engineering · Mathematics · Psychology · Social Psychology · Urban Green Space and Health

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