| Understanding how cities are intricately interdependent on ecosystems allows us to make strategic design decisions for regenerative and healthful cities. — Read More
| A closer look at the biophilic design pattern Complexity & Order for establishing meaningful translations of nature’s complexities in the built environment. — Read More
| Tilden Towers is a vulnerable public housing superblock. A new proposal for retrofits hopes to improve community resilience and quality of life. — Read More
| Our partner Bob Fox was elected to the 2016 U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Board of Directors by the USGBC membership. He will be serving for a three year term alongside Mike McNally, Chrissa Pagitsas, Janine Benyus, Paul Anastas, Aaron Bernstein, and Bruce Oreck. In January, Bob was selected to be vice-chair of the board. Chrissa Pagitas, the Director […] — Read More
| Biophilic urban acupuncture aims to reconnect people to nature by using targeted biophilic interventions in urban environments for better health outcomes. — Read More
| Terrapin is excited to re-issue The Economics of Biophilia, with new biophilic projects and a note from co-authors Bill Browning and Catie Ryan. — Read More
| Bill Browning had a busy week last week! After presenting at Workplace Trends Conference, Bill had the privilege to speak at Interface UK Showroom in London about Terrapin’s latest work and research in biophilia and bioinspired innovation. If you missed his talk, be sure to watch these videos of his talk and the question and answer period below (courtesy […] — Read More
| Terrapin is leading the newest installment of the EPA’s Faster, Cheaper, Greener Webcast Series. The series examines new water-centric strategies, designs, and technologies inspired by nature—solutions that mitigate risk, reduce costs, improve health, and support the development of a regenerative and resilient society. Read more about the webcasts here. The first session “Ecological Built Environments” was held on October […] — Read More
| The Terrapin team spent a week in Washington, DC at this year’s Greenbuild. The annual USGBC conference brings together thousands of passionate sustainability professionals and opportunities to hear about innovative new projects and ideas. Terrapin was thrilled to have two team members, Bill and Chris S., presenting this year. One of the highlights from the opening […] — Read More
| Terrapin’s own Cas Smith presented on bioinspired innovation, its connection to major industries, and how addresses global challenges at SXSW Eco. — Read More
| Bill Browning spoke about the benefits of biophilic design in the workplace at Workplace Trends in London to a crowd of over 200 attendees. — Read More
| Originally posted on SXSW Eco’s News and Updates: Biomimicry is becoming a widely-recognized, comprehensive methodology for innovation across industries. — Read More
| Originally posted on Asking Nature: Biomimicry offers a strategic advantage in sustainable product design and development, and forwards innovative business. — Read More
| To combat the adverse health effects of climate change, we must align modern systems with resilient natural processes for healthier communities and people. — Read More