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An Exploration of Biophilic Design Features within Preschool Interiors

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  • Ibtisam Mohammed

    (Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, University of Duhok, Duhok 42001, Iraq)

  • Zeynep Onur

    (Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture and Fine Arts, International Final University, Girne 99320, Cyprus)

  • Çiğdem Çağnan

    (Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture, Near East University, Nicosia 99138, Cyprus)

Abstract

This study examined the incorporation of biophilic elements in Duhok preschool interiors and integrated them into the Biophilic Interior Design Matrix (BID-M). This approach holds great promise for the development of restorative environments. The Biophilic Design Matrix (BDM) is based on Kellert’s list of biophilic design attributes, adjusted to suit preschool interiors. Photos and plan drawings were employed as methods to analyze 59 interior spaces within six preschools, both private and public. The biophilic matrix revealed the presence of 30% of biophilic attributes in the analyzed spaces, with an average score of 16.45 out of 53 total points. Individual scores ranged from 8 to 22 for each space, highlighting variations in biophilic design within the six preschools. Notably, the study identified a lack of biophilic features that foster human–nature relationships in the majority of preschools, albeit minimally observed in some spaces. Conversely, the environmental features scored higher than the average. This research highlights the importance of enhancing biophilic design elements, especially those that strengthen human–nature relationships. The results enhance biophilic design in educational settings, promoting nature-centered, restorative environments for future interventions. Furthermore, we propose an innovative approach for assessing and incorporating biophilia in interiors, recognizing its positive impact on human health and wellbeing.

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  • Ibtisam Mohammed & Zeynep Onur & Çiğdem Çağnan, 2023. "An Exploration of Biophilic Design Features within Preschool Interiors," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(15), pages 1-24, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:15:y:2023:i:15:p:11913-:d:1209364
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