Dominique Hes Books
Dominique Hes is an Australian researcher and educator specializing in sustainable architecture and regenerative design.
Known for: Biophilic Design for Health: Principles and Case Studies
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Biophilic Design for Health: Principles and Case Studies
This book explores how biophilic design—an approach that integrates natural elements and processes into built environments—can enhance human health and well-being. Through theoretical foundations and real-world case studies, the authors demonstrate how architecture and urban design can reconnect people with nature, improving physical and psychological outcomes.
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The Science of Connection: Why Nature Heals
Every biophilic idea begins with the recognition that nature’s patterns shape human biology. In this section, we trace the scientific foundations that reveal how exposure to natural environments influences physiological and psychological processes. Biophilia, as articulated by E.O. Wilson, describes...
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Principles of Biophilic Design: Direct and Indirect Encounters
Biophilic design unfolds through a spectrum of relationships—from direct interaction with natural elements to subtle representations that evoke life-like qualities. The first principle centers on direct experiences: daylight, vegetation, water, fresh air, natural soundscapes, and the presence of ani...
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Dominique Hes is an Australian researcher and educator specializing in sustainable architecture and regenerative design.
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