12 Psychology-Backed Ideas for a Feel-Good Home (Architect Explains)

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???? Some homes feel instantly relaxing. Others? Cold, sterile, and stressful. In this video, I’m breaking down 12 science-backed patterns of biophilic design that explain why—and how you can use them to make your home feel amazing. Biophilic design is about nature, psychology, and how your brain responds to space. Whether you live in a city apartment or a countryside cottage, these tips will help!

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TIMESTAMPS
0:40 A view for your eyes
2:00 Sounds for your brain
3:04 Scents for your nose
3:43 Texture & touch
4:31 What's Non-Rhythmic Stimuli?
5:39 Why we like water
6:51 Light that moves
8:00 Shifting of colour
10:30 Living with the seasons
11:40 Biomorphic design
13:36 A balance of complexity and chaos
15:17 Jay Appleton's theory explained
16:50 Book recommendations

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