Studies have found that the addition of natural features in the workspace can increase wellbeing by 15 per cent, productivity by 6 per cent, creativity by 15 per cent and improved performance in mental function and memory recall by 10 to 25 per cent.
Our new Editorial member Madeleine https://lnkd.in/ecfg6geZ has written a lovely blog on the power of flowers. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/ehXZUdX2
I have publish my article on - livepositively.com
Inclusive designer making services and spaces welcoming for all | Human addicted to asking questions
"Wee the People" 🚽 Fascinating research on an often-overlooked yet critical aspect of public design (read toilets) will be published next year! 📚 👉 20 years of research 👉 500 participants I am so much looking forward to reading it and learn more about this essential topic. 👏 #InclusiveDesign #WorldToiletDay
📣 This #WorldToiletDay we are delighted to announce that Prof Jo-Anne Bichard and Gail Ramster's forthcoming book, Designing Inclusive Public Toilets: Wee the People, will be published by Bloomsbury in June 2025. 📚 Based on 20 years of research and incorporating perspectives from over 500 participants, the book provides a critical overview of public toilet design in the UK and presents an urgent need to re-evaluate the accessibility of, and culture around, these essential spaces. 🚽 Available to preorder, so get your copy now! https://lnkd.in/e5RrzMv5
Another great article from the May edition of Pristine Connections Magazine! As we're heading into summer, make sure you keep these design ideas in mind when you're planning your backyard space and prepping for summer parties with family and friends. Read this article on pages 12 and 13 of the May edition, and check out all the other amazing articles from our group members in the Magazine tab at PristineConnections . org!
The most questions I get asked during consultations and more importantly, the answers. I'm sharing with you on the blog the type of questions I get asked on a regular basis, maybe you can relate or perhaps you have a few of your own.
Amazing title! And - apologies for the pun - but an urgent topic too. When things are inclusive, everyone benefits. So, relevant decisionmakers, please read this book and implement it and we can all experience some relief. #inclusion #accessibility #inclusivedesign
📣 This #WorldToiletDay we are delighted to announce that Prof Jo-Anne Bichard and Gail Ramster's forthcoming book, Designing Inclusive Public Toilets: Wee the People, will be published by Bloomsbury in June 2025. 📚 Based on 20 years of research and incorporating perspectives from over 500 participants, the book provides a critical overview of public toilet design in the UK and presents an urgent need to re-evaluate the accessibility of, and culture around, these essential spaces. 🚽 Available to preorder, so get your copy now! https://lnkd.in/e5RrzMv5
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Have a read of this article I wrote for Architextures https://lnkd.in/eaC7CXBM
Studio Head + President at HUBS | Automation Consultancy | Service Design Process | Design Blog | Doctor of Architecture (Ph.D.)
How Not To Die Alone (spoiler alert: you're gonna anyway) The goal could be to not die alone. However, most of us will probably die alone anyway. Let’s at least not live alone. Meet your friends even when you’re tired. Invite them over. Prep your home for this. Let’s face it, it’s cheaper to cook at home than to go out. Arguably, it’s healthier too, as you have full control over the ingredients. Stop thinking about furniture. Think about events. How would someone feel more comfortable having a drink in your living room? Where would the bowl of chips be, ideally? Make your home a place for sharing stories. You can read more stuff about this in my book on Vacation Architecture: https://lnkd.in/dS8pbQyy
A well-organized bookshelf goes beyond simple storage; it should be visually appealing, curated and functional. Check out our tips on how to organize your bookshelf in this article from Forbes.
