The Hidden Benefits Of Biophilia

Biophilia––bringing the outdoors in––is a popular trend in spas across the world. A little research into the benefits on body, mind and soul, explains why

- Jessica Baxter

As cities around the world fill with skyscrapers and high rises—not to mention an increase in pollution––it’s no surprise that people and businesses are turning towards biophilic design as an escape from the chaos of modern life.

Described as the practice of incorporating nature and natural elements into the built environment, biophilia has become a buzzword in the design world and thanks to its stress-reducing benefits. Spas around the globe have adopted the trend too. “Biophilic design is of great importance in our design,” says Anna Bjurstam, wellness pioneer at Six Senses Spas and Wellness, and Andrew Best, vice president of architecture planning and technical services at Six Senses in an interview with interiors + sources. “Biophilic design is organised in three categories, including nature in the space, nature analogues and nature of the space. We work with them strategically in all design as research has proven biophilic design to reduce stress, enhance cognitive performance and enhance mood and positive emotions.”