Welcome to Where it's AT | the Architectural Technology Podcast

In this episode of 'Where it's AT,' host Ann Vanner FCIAT, a Chartered Architectural Technologist and co-founder of The School of Biophilia, is joined by fellow co-founder Amelia Chasey MCIAT. They explore the concept of biophilia and its profound impact on human health and wellbeing. Amelia shares her personal journey with biophilic design, sparked by her challenges with a chronic pain illness, and how it led her to advocate for integrating nature into the built environment. They discuss the importance of biophilic design in architecture, its benefits supported by research, and how The School of Biophilia aims to educate professionals and the general public about creating healthier and more productive spaces.

Ann Vanner FCIAT is an accomplished Architectural Technologist, designer, and research consultant. She runs Healing Buildings, a design practice and educational consultancy dedicated to integrating health and wellbeing into architectural practices. With extensive experience in school, university, and research facility design, she is a passionate advocate for the role of nature in the built environment and emphasises the importance of sustainable, health-promoting spaces. Ann is also a Living Futures accredited professional and a seasoned academic, leveraging her diverse expertise to drive industry innovation.

Amelia Chasey MCIAT is a passionate Architectural Technologist with specialist expertise in Biophilic Design. Driven by both personal and professional experience within the built environment, she is committed to enhancing health and wellbeing through thoughtful, human-centered architectural solutions.

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00:00 Introduction

00:44 Meet Your Hosts

01:19 Understanding Biophilia

03:15 Amelia's Journey to Biophilia

07:11 Impact of Biophilic Design on Health

12:28 The School of Biophilia

14:46 Evidence Supporting Biophilic Design

20:14 Practical Applications and Final Thoughts

24:26 Conclusion and Farewell

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You benefit from being close to nature.

When you connect with nature, you feel better, work better, and your health improves. Even small changes, like having more sunlight or plants around you, can make a big difference in your daily life.

You can shape your environment to support your wellbeing.

By making simple changes to your home, school, or workplace, you can create a space that helps you feel happier and more comfortable. Paying attention to things like light, air, and natural elements can help you enjoy your surroundings more.

You can help others by sharing what you know.

When you learn how nature and good design help you, you can share these ideas with others. By working together, you can make your community, school, or office a better place for everyone.

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Podcast recorded and edited by: Jon Clayton [Podcasting]

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Disclaimer

The contents and views expressed by individuals in the Where it's AT podcast are their own, and do not necessarily represent the views of the companies they work for or the Host. This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as advice.