Contributions
Biophilia & the Visual Connection
| Biophilia may seem like an indulgence. However, growing scientific evidence shows that it supports our health and wellbeing in many ways. — Read More
Features
My Deserted Island Essential Reading
| The British have a long-standing radio show in which people talk about what ten albums they would take with them to a deserted island. In that spirit, here are the ten books, a couple of chapters, and three poems that have really helped shape my thinking about our work, the environment, buildings and life. In […] — Read More
Biomimicry, Bioutilization, Biomorphism: The Opportunities of Bioinspired Innovation
| How nature serves as a source of inspiration can vary, but bioinspired approaches have yielded useful, disruptive innovations and designs. — Read More
News
Biophilia, Biomimicry & Trends in University Curricula
| Teachings in biophilia and biomimicry a growing trend in university curricula, evolving from one-off lectures to instructional courses and degree programs. — Read More
Terrapin Releases 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design
| Terrapin releases the publication, 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design, on research and design opportunities addressing positive health impacts of biophilia. — Read More
Terrapin Hires Architect and Biologist Allison Bernett
| We are pleased to welcome a new member to our team, Allison Bernett. Allison recently graduated summa cum laude from Washington University in St. Louis, where she double majored in architecture and biology. As such, Allison is particularly interested in biophilia and bioinspired innovation within architecture. Allison will be primarily supporting our bioinspired innovation efforts and […] — Read More
Advancing Urban Sustainability
| The Framework for an Ecological Built Environment (“Phoebe”) is a set of tools for design decision-making and project evaluation. — Read More
Project Profiles
Hegeman Residence
| The Terrapin charrette allowed stakeholders to focus on occupant health, indoor environmental quality, and best practices to reduce tenants’ energy bills. — Read More
150 Charles Street
| In Manhattan’s West Village, near Jane Jacobs’ loved Greenwich Village, 150 Charles Street is a multi-family residential building designed by COOKFOX. — Read More
Live Work Home
| Informed by Terrapin’s research and strategic advising, the efficient and highly adaptable Live Work Home is grounded in healthy living and biophilia. — Read More
Bank of America Tower at One Bryant Park
| Terrapin founders Bob Fox, Rick Cook, and Bill Browning were the lead architects and sustainability experts for the Bank of America Tower, the first LEED Platinum-certified commercial skyscraper in the country. — Read More
Inn of the Anasazi
| Located in downtown Santa Fe, the Inn of the Anasazi is a synthesis of social, cultural, and environmental sustainability. — Read More
Friends Center at Angkor Hospital for Children
| Informed by Terrapin’s strategies and research, and drawing on elements of Cambodia’s heritage, the building expresses a modern ethic of sustainability. — Read More
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