It is therefore not a surprise that biophilic design has become the latest design trend. One way to combat t he restricted ability to be outdoors is to bring nature into the home, and this philosophy is at the heart of biophilic design. One of them is nature-deficit disorder, described by author and nature advocate Richard Louv as a phenomenon marked by challenges with focus, clear thinking, physical health and mental well-being. The continued isolation and confined lifestyle led to mental health issues that have been well recorded. The built environment was essential in keeping us safe during this time, but h umans lacked the natural connection with nature that they so instinctively crave. The social distancing, lockdowns and remote working arrangements associated with the pandemic resulted in people spending less time outdoors. It is believed that rekindling our connection with nature through design improves mental health and give creativity and production a boost. These trends reflect our preference for organic shapes and contours in indoor spaces, and our instinct to connect with nature.Īt the heart of biophilic design is the hypothesis that humans possess an innate desire to seek connections with nature and other forms of life. In a recent article, Interior Design Trends That Will Shape the Next Decade, ArchDaily listed biophilic design, “chubby” design and arches as important influences on future interior design. In a post-COVID 19 world, we can expect that there will be more emphasis on designing buildings that are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing, but also make us feel good. Curves can also soften the impact of the building on the surroundings, and allow it to blend into the natural landscape.ĭuring the COVID pandemic people spent more time indoors, and it has led to significant changes in how we design the spaces we work and live in.
Curves also add a sense of movement to a structure.Īrchitects o fte n opt for curvilinear designs to reflect the sense of fluidity of the natural exterior, e.g. It’s why iPhones, glasses and cars have curves we instinctively love curvy things," he said. “They also relate to the human body, the feminine form. Sydney architect Tony Owen told the Financial Review in a 2014 article that curves derive their inspiration from the efficiency of design in nature. The most likely explanation for our love of all things curvaceous, is that they remind us of the beauty of nature. (Neuroarchitecture is the field of study that examines how we connect to architecture on a physiological level.) In a 2013 neuroarchitectural study, it was found that participants were more likely to judge spaces as beautiful if they were curvilinear rather than rectilinear. It has been scientifically proven that the human brain loves curves.
Curved surfaces in interior spaces are making a comeback, but not all architects and builders are keen to incorporate curved surfaces because there is a perception that they can be costly and complicated to achieve.
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