Journal Entries

Biophilic design is an architectural design framework that weaves the patterns and forms of nature into the built environment to strengthen the human-nature connection. These projects transform our everyday man-made environments such as office buildings, gyms, hotels, and apartments into oases of direct sunlight, fresh air, natural art, and living greenery. Read the full blog to learn more, and see pictures of my favorite Biophilic Design Projects.

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Ever wonder why you crave fresh air and sunlight after a stressful week at work? The answer is in our DNA, and is best answered by the Biophilia Hypothesis. It sounds complex, but the term translates to the simple phrase “love of life,” or our intuitive tendency to connect with and interact in nature.

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Wondering how Human Nature Designs’ products are born and raised? Here is a sneak peek at all the work that goes into your favorite nature-inspired products! Ideation To create my designs, I use a mix of personal experience, photographs, and...
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I had the incredible opportunity lately to connect with a fellow nature-lover and all-around-awesome human named Patrick McGrady. Patrick is an Austria-born graphic illustrator whose inspiration (like mine) is taken largely from his love of the great outdoors. He has a wildly unique design style and an incredible knack for taking nature photographs and turning them into illustrations. Read now to find out about Patrick, his art, and his awesome background story!
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