Venetian Letter

?? ?? How does color affect our perception and well-being? Read this article by Laura Sangiorgi and Natalia Olszewska to explore why conscious color choices are crucial when designing spaces for human life. #architecture #desgin #colors #psychology #neuroscience #neuroarchitecture

?? Is neuroarchitecture a buzzword? Read our latest interview with Nour Tawil, a researcher at Max Planck Institute for Human Development. She talks about environmental neuroscience, the growing popularity of neuroarchitecture, and discusses her research on how curves in design benefit our minds. #architecture #biophilia #neuroarchitecture #neuroscience

The materials we choose for our homes, offices, and public spaces shape more than aesthetics - they impact our health and well-being. As awareness grows about the hidden risks of many currently used materials, the design world is shifting toward safer, more sustainable alternatives. But it's not just our body that's affected. Our mind can reap the benefits too. Read more in this new article by Alessandro Villa and Natalia Olszewska.

Check out our new interview with Sarah Robinson, where we talk about the connection between architecture and the body. It's an inspiring exploration of the active role our environment plays in our lives and how it affects us.

"Sound is omnipresent. It affects us 24 hours a day. Even when we sleep, our brains listen out for sonic cues about our surroundings." Have a look at Fran Board's latest article on the importance of designing with sound in mind, and the effects it can have on our bodies and mind.

?? Our well-being is deeply connected to nature. In our latest interview with Bill Browning of Terrapin Bright Green, we dive into how biophilic design shapes built environments to meet our innate, deeply rooted need for connection with the natural world. If you're interested in creating places that support human well-being, this interview is a great way to understand the evolution of biophilic design and its core principles. Bill also guides us through some of his projects to illustrate how these principles can be applied in practice. #architecture #wellbeing #biophilicdesign

? Architecture isn’t just about buildings; it’s about people. Thoughtful, health-focused design can improve our well-being, reduce stress, and enhance productivity. ? I’m delighted to share that I finally have a video of my TEDx talk! During the talk, I explored how environments—whether schools that boost creativity, offices that foster focus, or hospitals that accelerate healing—can be intentionally designed to support better health outcomes. This vision, linking health with architecture and urban design, is why I co-founded IMPRONTA and Venetian Letter. Together, we can create spaces that truly improve lives. ?? ?? Link to the video: https://lnkd.in/djgb_6Jf Photo by Pavel Ovsík www.pixpo.cz #healthfocuseddesign #spatialmedicine #TEDxPrague

Take a look at the latest Venetian Letter research brief by Sally Augustin about a recent Stanford study that used VR to examine effects of ceiling height and room size on people's behavior and interactions! Read here: https://lnkd.in/esDGxxGd

?? Excited to share my book review on "Constructing Health" by Tye Farrow featured in the latest edition of the Venetian Letter! ?? Tye is a renowned Canadian architect working at the intersection of architecture and neuroscience. This book is a landmark work that will undoubtedly influence the future of architectural design. It provides a clear and compelling argument for the importance of designing environments that promote health and well-being. Tye Farrow's insights and recommendations are essential reading for anyone involved in the design and construction of the spaces we live, work, and learn in. Check out the full review: https://lnkd.in/dtbgdS-J #VenetianLetter #ConstructingHealth #TyeFarrow #Architecture #Wellbeing #Neuroscience Michal Matlon

"Americans who visit Europe don’t think cities like Paris or Amsterdam would be better with more cars." I very much enjoyed doing this Venetian Letter interview with Doug Gordon of The War on Cars Podcast. We talked about the origins of car dependency in our cities, car culture, the changes brought on by the pandemic, and the movement toward walkability and cycling. Doug also shared his views on how to promote these changes to the people they affect most - the drivers. Check it out! Natalia Olszewska