Biophilic Design: The Theory, Science, and Practice of Bringing Buildings to Life

摘要

Two stunning conclusions can be drawn from this definitive edited collection by leaders in the burgeoning field of 'biophilia' - a term referring to the evolutionary affinity for living forms and their characteristics. One is that we humans do indeed need certain precise characteristics in our buildings and cities in order to be healthy and happy - characteristics that may have more in common with our ancient evolutionary history than with our modern technological world.