BIOPHILIC DESIGN AND SUSTAINABLE FURNITURE: CONTRIBUTIONS TO WELFARE SPACES AND LOW ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT

Abstract

This article investigates how biophilic design and sustainable furniture contribute to well-being and low environmental impact in built environments. The main objective is to analyze how the integration of nature, ecological ergonomics, and circular economy generates measurable benefits for health, productivity, and indoor environmental quality. This is a qualitative and descriptive study based on systematic literature review, case analysis, and comparative matrix construction, focusing on open-access articles published between 2020 and 2024. The results reveal converging patterns across studies, highlighting stress reduction, improved cognitive performance, stronger emotional bonds with space, and increased ecological efficiency especially when furniture serves as a sensory and symbolic interface between the human body and the environment. It is concluded that integrating biophilia and sustainability in interior design not only fosters restorative and inclusive experiences but also establishes an ethical and technical framework for addressing contemporary challenges in urban health and environmental responsibility.