The Scientific Proof of Biophilic Design

David Trubridge with Richard Taylor

wakaNINE proudly hosts FROM THE EDGE, a series of conversations led by David Trubridge with special guests from the global design world. David explores & discusses our current predicament and the pressing issues we face as we look to the future. What role can & should design play to define and drive the new "un-normal"?

Did you know that exposure to certain natural patterns & fractals can reduce stress by up to 60%? This week's guest Professor Richard Taylor does! His research led to this discovery and many other scientific findings about the positive effects nature has on humans, along with new products that are designed to promote health and wellness.

David Trubridge

Live from Aotearoa

David Trubridge is based in New Zealand and is one of the world's preeminent designers and a recognized leader in environmentally responsible design. Countless influential international publications have featured Trubridge's iconic work, which ultimately launched the "raw sophistication" design trend. Each of David's creations has a story, and connection to nature, travel experiences, and biophilia.

Professor Richard Taylor

Live from Eugene, Oregon

Professor Taylor is an academic expert in chaos theory, fractals and the relationship between art & science. At the University of Oregon, he is a Professor of physics, psychology and art as well as the director of the Materials Science Institute. Richard’s research focuses on "bio-inspiration" in which artificial systems benefit from using nature's patterns. He is also the leading expert on the artist Jackson Pollock.

wakaNINE represents a number of lines from across the globe. Our fixtures are nature inspired, environmentally sound, sculptural, scalable (they get big!) and support the WELL building standard.

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