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Biophilic Design:
The Ultimate Guide to Transforming Your Space with Nature
What Is Biophilic Design?
Biophilic design is more than a trend, it’s a transformative approach to architecture and interior design that reconnects people with nature in built environments. By integrating natural elements; like plants, water features, and natural light; into commercial spaces, biophilic design promotes health, creativity, and overall well-being.
Today, leading biophilic design companies, like Natura, are changing the way we experience indoor spaces by bringing natural elements indoors to support wellness, productivity, and environmental conservation.
Examples of Biophilic Design in Commercial Spaces
Biophilic design isn’t just a trend— it’s transforming how people experience built environments. Here are some real-world examples of how businesses are embracing nature to elevate aesthetic appeal, well-being, and overall productivity:
1. Amazon Spheres – Seattle, Washington
Three glass domes filled with over 40,000 plants from around the world. Amazon’s downtown headquarters blends functionality with lush biodiversity, proving nature and innovation can thrive side by side.
By SounderBruce - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, sourced from Wikimedia Commons
2. Googleplex – Mountain View, California
Google’s team is well-known for incorporating green walls, indoor plants, and natural lighting into their offices’ design. These elements help reduce stress and support creative thinking among their team.
See more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Googleplex
3. Bosco Verticale – Milan, Italy
This “Vertical Forest” is a pair of residential towers that boasts over 900 trees and thousands of shrubs and other plants. It’s a masterpiece in urban landscape design and a striking example of large-scale biophilic architecture.
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4. Singapore’s Changi Airport – Singapore
Changi Airport includes indoor waterfalls, botanical gardens, and the Jewel Rain Vortex— the world’s tallest indoor waterfall. Changi Airport is a world-class example of how biophilia can turn travel hubs into serene sanctuaries.
5. Natura Client Installations (Texas & Florida)
From vibrant green walls in hotel lobbies to custom interior landscapes in office spaces, Our team here at Natura has helped thousands of our commercial clients transform their environments with biophilic design. Some of the most popular uses of live plants for biophilic design include:
- Green walls in lobbies for bold first impressions
- Biophilic office design with live plant partitions and free-standing containers
- Customized moss walls for quieter areas and reception desks
- Outdoor planters to enhance curb appeal at retail and restaurant store-fronts
- Holiday décor with live plants for a seasonal biophilic refresh
Whether in a global HQ, a local office, or a retail environment,these projects highlight how biophilic design is adaptable, scalable, and deeply impactful.
Why Biophilic Design Matters in Modern Workspaces
Enhance Well-Being and Productivity
Science proves what many have long believed; humans thrive in environments that reflect the natural world. Adding plants, natural light, and organic materials can reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and improve overall mood. Biophilic office design has been proven time and time again to boost employee productivity and satisfaction.
Create Engaging, Memorable Spaces
Whether it’s a hotel, office, or retail space, people respond positively to environments enriched with natural elements. Biophilic design enhances the customer experience, encourages longer visits, and helps create spaces that stand out.
Attract and Retain Top Talent
In today’s competitive business landscape, the physical workspace plays a key role in attracting and retaining talent. Natural, thoughtfully designed office environments signal that you care about health and wellness— a quality that the modern workforce values.
Bringing Nature Indoors: Indoor Plant Solutions
Fresh and Energizing Plant Displays
Live plants breathe life into any interior, adding freshness and tranquility. Our biophilic design services go beyond aesthetic appeal, indoor plants are proven to improve air quality, reduce stress, and contribute to healthier, more serene workplaces. Whether for a single office or a larger multi-tenant property, Natura handles everything from design to plant maintenance, making it easy to enjoy live greenery without the hassle.
Outdoor Plant Solutions: First Impressions Matter
A Warm Welcome with Outdoor Greenery
The exterior of your business speaks volumes. Our custom-designed outdoor plant installations use live plants and seasonal color to create an inviting and professional first impression. These designs reduce noise, improve safety, and often cost less than traditional landscaping. And, because we manage the maintenance, your exterior spaces stay lush and beautiful year-round.
Green Wall Systems: Eco-Friendly, Low-Maintenance Beauty
Bring Nature to New Heights
Want to make a bold statement? Our green wall systems transform blank walls into living art. These living walls aren’t just visually striking— they boost indoor air quality, reduce white noise, and help regulate temperature. Ideal for hotel lobbies, office buildings, retail spaces, and the like, green walls are a high-impact, eco-conscious design element.
Moss Walls: Living Walls with Impact
Artistic Nature, Minimal Effort
Moss walls are the ultimate low-maintenance design feature. With no need for light or watering, they bring natural textures and colors to spaces where traditional plants may not thrive. Whether you want to add visual interest to a boardroom or soften a retail space, our custom moss walls deliver elegance without the hassle.
Plant Rentals: Flexible Green Solutions
Customized Plant Packages, Hassle-Free
Looking for a temporary or seasonal solution? Our plant rental services provide all the benefits of live greenery— without the long-term commitment. Choose from a variety of plant types and decorative containers. We’ll deliver, install, and maintain everything for as long as you need it.
Commercial Holiday Décor: Festive Designs for Every Season
Effortless Holiday Transformations
Make your space shine during the holidays with custom-designed décor. We manage each step, from installation to removal, so you can enjoy a beautifully decorated space without the stress of decorating it yourself. From elegant office displays to festive outdoor landscapes, we help businesses celebrate the season in style.
Personalized Plant Design: Tailored to Your Vision
Unique Designs for Your Space
No two businesses are alike; that’s why our biophilic office design solutions are customized to suit your brand, space, and business goals. Our expert designers work closely with you to develop a tailored plant design plan that enhances your environment and supports your business’ objectives.
Seamless Plant Installation
Professional Setup, Perfect Results
Once your design is finalized, our skilled team takes care of the rest of the process— delivering and installing your plants with precision and care. Whether it’s a single display or a large-scale interior landscape, we ensure everything is placed perfectly to achieve maximum impact.
Plant Maintenance: Care-Free Greenery
Ongoing Care, Guaranteed to Thrive
We don’t just install your greenery— we make sure it thrives. Our maintenance team visits regularly to water, prune, clean, and inspect your plants. And, with our lifetime guarantee, you can count on your plants staying lush, vibrant, and healthy year-round.
Why Businesses Choose Natura for Biophilic Design
We’ve partnered with over 5,000 businesses across industries; including businesses in hospitality, retail, healthcare, financial services; and more, to bring biophilic design to their spaces. As one of the leading biophilic design companies in the U.S., Natura combines decades of expertise with an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and sustainability.
Areas We Serve:
Natura proudly serves commercial clients in:
Ready to Bring Nature to Your Business?
At Natura, we believe everyone deserves to work in an environment that inspires, energizes, and connects them to the natural world. Whether you’re starting fresh or upgrading your space, our all-encompassing biophilic design services; covering design, installation, maintenance, rentals, and décor; are here to help your business thrive.
Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and discover how biophilic design can transform your workplace.
Biophilic Design: FAQs for Commercial Clients
Q1: What is biophilic design, and why does it matter in commercial spaces?
A: Biophilic design is the practice of integrating natural elements, like live plants, natural light, water features, and organic textures, into built environments. In commercial settings, this design approach enhances well-being, boosts productivity, reduces stress, and improves the overall experience for employees, customers, and guests.
Q2: What types of businesses benefit most from biophilic design?
A: We work with clients across many industries including offices, retail centers, hotels, restaurants, healthcare facilities, schools, government buildings, and multi-tenant properties. If you want to make your space more engaging, welcoming, and wellness-oriented— biophilic design is for you.
Q3: What elements can be included in a biophilic design plan?
A: Your plan may include:
- Live indoor plants or outdoor landscaping
- Green walls or moss walls
- Natural wood, stone, or water features
- Maximized natural lighting
- Seasonal décor with natural elements
Our designers will recommend the best combination of elements based on your unique space, goals, and budget.
Q4: Is biophilic design suitable for small office spaces or only large-scale environments?
A: Biophilic design is scalable and works in all types of spaces— from compact meeting rooms to expansive lobbies. Whether you’re a startup in Tampa or a corporate campus in Dallas, we tailor every design to fit your specific environment and business needs.
Q5: Does biophilic design require a lot of maintenance?
A: Not at all. We offer full-service solutions that include design, installation, and ongoing maintenance. Our team handles everything—watering, pruning, cleaning, and replacing plants if needed—so your space stays beautiful without the stress of maintenance.
Q6: How do you ensure plants thrive in different climates like Texas and Florida?
A: Our plant design experts carefully select climate-appropriate, low-maintenance species based on your location, lighting, and humidity levels. Whether you’re in Houston’s heat or Orlando’s humidity, your greenery will be suited to your space and conditions.
Q7: Can biophilic design support sustainability or green building goals?
A: Absolutely. Biophilic design promotes sustainability by reducing energy consumption, improving air quality, and even contributing to LEED certification goals. It’s an eco-conscious investment in both your people and the planet.
Q8: Do you offer consultations for biophilic office design?
A: Yes! Whether you’re refreshing an existing office or starting from scratch, we provide free consultations to assess your space, learn about your business needs, and create a biophilic design plan that aligns with your goals.
Q9: What makes Natura different from other biophilic design companies?
A: We’ve been delivering interior plant solutions since 1983 and have helped over 5,000 businesses across Texas and Florida transform their environments. We offer end-to-end services, custom design, a lifetime plant guarantee, and deep expertise in plant-based workplace wellness.
Q10: Where do you provide biophilic design services?
A: We serve commercial clients throughout Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, Corpus Christi, Tampa, Orlando, and Sarasota. Whether you need a single location makeover or consistent design across multiple branches, we’ve got you covered.