Biophilia: Bringing the outside in
This webinar looks at what biophilic design is, how easy it is to use and the benefits of incorporating biophilic design elements into care home schemes.
Learning Outcomes
- What does biophilic design mean?
- The benefits of using biophilic design in care settings
- Practical considerations and options available
Meet our Experts
Jacqui Smith is an experienced healthcare designer with a particular interest in how the built environment can support people living with sensory and cognitive impairments. Designing for health and physical and mental well-being, and the role colour plays is at the core of her work. Her portfolio includes both new build and refurbishment projects in Extra Care, sheltered housing, dementia and nursing homes, homes for young adults with learning disabilities and hospices/end of life care. Jacqui is an accredited member of The Society of British and International Interior Design (SBID) and Chair of her local Dementia Friendly Community.
Russell has been part of the Vantage Spaces’ family for over 19 years now. He has an in-depth knowledge of biophilic design; Russell’s focus is introducing you to the benefit of green walls, plants, trees, and all things green. Russell is passionate about the benefits plants can bring to people. From increasing cognition, reducing stress, promoting relaxation to improving overall acoustics in a space.
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