Green Plants for Green Buildings

?????Boost Your Business with Green Spaces!????? At?Green Plants for Green Buildings, we know that healthy office environments lead to happy, productive employees. ?? That’s why we’re excited to share our?ROI Calculator?– an easy way to see how plants can transform your workplace! ?? Studies show that?healthy offices?can: Increase?employee satisfaction??? Decrease absenteeism??? Lower?employee turnover??? As?Millennials?(soon to be the largest workforce cohort) prioritize?workplace quality?in their job search, it’s time to consider the benefits of green spaces. ?? In fact,?78%?of Millennials say workplace quality is a deciding factor, and?69%would even trade other benefits for a better workspace! ?? ?? Use our ROI Calculator to see how bringing nature into your office can enhance your business today:?https://lnkd.in/g89XGbYU #GreenBuildings #HealthyWorkplace #EmployeeSatisfaction #GreenSpaces #WorkplaceWellness #MillennialWorkforce #ROI #OfficePlants #SustainableDesign #GreenPlantsForGreenBuildings

??We’re delighted to recognize?RJ Dadd, CEO of?Vibe Architectural Systems LLC, for his?Silver Award win?as one of?Green Plants for Green Buildings’ Most Influential Registered Trainers of 2025! ???? ??RJ is a leader in?biophilic design, pushing the boundaries of architectural systems by incorporating?preserved moss and plant walls, natural surface solutions, and modular paneling?that enhance interior environments. His dedication to creating?healthier, more dynamic spaces?has influenced countless architects, designers, and professionals in the industry. ??Through the?GPGB Registered Trainer Program, RJ has played a pivotal role in?educating the industry on the benefits of biophilic integration, showing how nature-inspired design can?improve well-being, productivity, and sustainability. ?? Join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement! #BiophilicLeadership #GPGB #GreenArchitecture #VibeArchitecturalSystems #SustainableSpaces #BuiltEnvironment

Who says we have to choose between modern life and nature? ?? We can embrace both. Take the Santalaia building in Bogotá—it’s living proof. With over 115,000 plants, this remarkable vertical garden, designed by Paisajismo Urbano, doesn’t just enhance the city’s aesthetics. It cleans the air, reduces urban heat, and provides oxygen for thousands of people daily. But this project goes beyond greenery. It’s a testament to innovation and teamwork. When architects faced challenges bringing their vision to life, they partnered with Paisajismo Urbano and other experts to develop breakthrough solutions, including advanced irrigation systems and sustainable water recycling, using the building’s own water supply. The result? A building that doesn’t just shelter people—it nurtures life. Santalaia demonstrates that we don’t need to settle for sterile, concrete cities. We can design spaces where nature and modern living thrive together, creating healthier, more sustainable urban environments. Hat tip: Moein Nodehi

??The Journal of Biophilic Design Issue 12: Enhancing Retail Environments with Biophilic Design https://lnkd.in/gZW-6RAN

A green wall transforming your space from a dull room into a gorgeous plant oasis is just common sense, we fear. ?? #GreenWallWednesday ??: Port Washington, NY

?? Celebrating Excellence in Biophilic Design! ?? We're thrilled to announce that Rebecca Bakke, owner and president of Bloom and Flourish in Denver, has received the Gold Award for Most Influential Registered Trainer 2025 from Green Plants for Green Buildings! ?? ??Rebecca's innovative approach brings the beauty of nature into offices, hotels, and homes, enhancing spaces with living walls, moss art, and more. Her dedication to biophilic design enriches our environments and promotes well-being. Congratulations, Rebecca, on this well-deserved recognition! Learn more about the GPGB CEU's offered by Bloom & Flourish: https://lnkd.in/gbiRvadP! #BiophilicDesign #GreenBuildings #GPGB #BloomAndFlourish #SustainableLiving #LivingWalls

?Exciting news from the 7th International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism! ?? The latest Full Paper Proceedings Book is now available, featuring groundbreaking research on the future of office interiors. One standout study, “Enhancing Next-Generation Workplaces by Developing Office Interior Architecture with Biophilic Elements” by Yal?n Tan, Vural Armutcuo?lu, and Mehmet Macid Aksu, explores how biophilic design can transform workspaces in the era of hybrid work. ???? Key insights from the study: ? Biophilic design reduces stress and enhances employee well-being. ? Natural light, plant integration, and sustainable materials improve focus and creativity. ? Hybrid workspaces must incorporate ergonomic and flexible biophilic solutions. As businesses adapt to post-pandemic work models, integrating nature into office interiors is no longer just a trend—it's a necessity for health, productivity, and sustainability. ??? ?? Read this research: https://lnkd.in/g9sgUN5P ?? Explore ICCAUA2024 Proceedings: www.iccaua.com #ICCAUA2024 #BiophilicDesign #SustainableWorkspaces #HybridWork #FutureOfWork #InteriorArchitecture #WellbeingAtWork

??We are excited to share that the?2025 International Plantscape Awards?have recognized outstanding achievements in interior plantscaping. The latest edition of?I-Plants Magazine?features these exemplary projects that are pushing the boundaries of biophilic design. Read more in the TPIE 2025 Winners Edition: https://lnkd.in/g4NyPKTr #PlantscapeAwards #TPIE2025 #IPlantsMagazine #BiophilicDesign #InteriorLandscaping #ProfessionalRecognition

Congratulations to Sheldon Burrows of Green Oasis for winning the Platinum Award as GPGB's Most Influential Registered Trainer for the year!

>>EVOLUTIONARY PSYCHOLOGY AND BIOLOGY, BIOPHILIA, AND BIOPHILIC DESIGN: A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON ARCHITECTURE Our deep connection to Nature —what we call?biophilia— is not just a passing trend in architecture and design; it is rooted in our?evolutionary past. Spaces that incorporate natural elements make us feel good, reduce stress, and restore attention. But why? The answer lies in?EVOLUTIONARY PSYCHOLOGY and BIOLOGY. Evolutionary psychology explores how human behavior and mental processes have evolved to solve survival and reproduction challenges, while evolutionary biology examines how genetic changes over time shape species' traits and behaviors. Too often, architects and designers focus on aesthetics and functionality without considering the?INNATE PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PHYSIOLOGICAL NEEDS?of the people who will inhabit these spaces. Understanding?why we feel comfortable in certain environments?and uncomfortable in others is essential for creating spaces that truly enhance human well-being. For those interested in diving deeper into these concepts, I highly recommend the latest edition of?"Evolutionary Psychology: The New Science of the Mind"?by?David M. Buss, 2025, Routledge. This book is not just about psychology; it is a fascinating exploration of?WHO WE ARE, HOW WE BEHAVE, AND WHY WE FEEL WHAT WE FEEL. It provides crucial insights into human nature. Reading this might be?a step outside the comfort zone?for many architects and designers, but it is a necessary one. After all,?ARCHITECTURE IS CREATED BY PEOPLE, FOR PEOPLE. The better we understand ourselves, the better we can design for others. #wearenature #evolutionarypsychology #psicologiaevoluzionistica #evolutionarybiology #biologiaevoluzionsitica #biophilia #biofilia #biophobia #biofobia #biophilic #biophilicdesign #progettazionebiofilica #progettazionebiofila #biophilicarchitecture #architetturabiofilica #sustainability #sostenibilità #regenerative #regeneration #biocentric #biocentrico #nature #natura #naturebased #greenarchitecture #environment #ambiente #architecture #architettura #design #interiordesign #interiors #reconnectingwithnature