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NATURAL MATERIALS

Wood is one of the most popular biophilic construction materials and through chairs, tables and room dividers, is an easy material to play with to create areas of privacy or breakout spaces in the office. Reclaimed wood has started to become a more popular choice thanks to its authentic and ‘rustic’ appearance. The fact that it’s recycled from its original purpose is also important from a sustainability perspective, which your staff should appreciate. Green wall dividers are another option –guaranteed to inject life into a space wherever it’s needed.

FLOORING

The feeling of a surface under foot can be quite a powerful sensation. For example, the feeling of walking barefoot on grass or the sand between your toes on the beach is something that can last in the mind. Innovative designers are beginning to incorporate texture into floors, for example indoor grass, natural stone, moss or even elements from forest floors, to create a clear link to the outdoors.