Biophilic Tower
Date :
2026
Place :Paris
Client :Private
Project :Jean Marc Schivo & Lucilla Revelli
Biophilic Architecture
Biophilic architecture is a design approach that aims to re-establish the connection between humans and nature within built spaces by structurally integrating natural elements to improve the psychophysical well-being, productivity, and health of those who experience the environments.
Bio-regenerative (or regenerative) architecture goes beyond sustainability, designing buildings that, like living organisms, repair the environment and improve the ecosystem. It uses principles of biomimicry, natural/non-toxic materials (wood, straw), energy efficiency, biophilia and active technologies such as photobioreactive facades.
Main Characteristics and Objectives of Bio-regenerative Architecture
• Ecosystem Restoration: The goal is not only to reduce the impact, but to regenerate natural resources, improve biodiversity and air and water quality.
• Biomimetic Approach: Inspired by nature for efficient structures, it uses “bottom-up” (biological systems analysis) and “top-down” (existing product innovation) methodologies.
• Materials and Construction: Use of bio-compatible, recyclable or natural materials (wood, straw, clay) that avoid pollution.
• Technology and Innovation: Integration of advanced technologies, such as photobioreactive panels with microalgae for active photosynthesis.
• Health and Biophilia: Integrates natural elements to improve physical and psychological well-being (natural light, ventilation, organic forms).
The 3 Pillars of Biophilic Design
The design is based on three fundamental categories that guide the insertion of nature into the built environment:
• Nature in space: Physical and direct presence of nature.
• Natural analogues: Indirect calls to nature through materials and forms.
• Nature of space: Spatial organization that responds to primordial instincts.