DesignWell

13/09/2022

With a goal of opening the surrounding community to ample green space, the five-story expansion at Oak Trace Senior Living Community serves as the culmination of a seven-year multiphase update for the community.

From a tree-lined entryway, to every communal space in the facility being built around the grounds' expansive courtyard, it's a gorgeous location that helps seniors connect with their community through nature. Read more on the project on DesignWell365: http://ow.ly/RXCV50Kzi37

Opening the surrounding community to ample green space, the expansion at Oak Trace Senior Living Community is the culmination of a seven-year update.

08/09/2022

Do you know what's in your water? According to a survey by Leaf Home, most people don't, and while many homeowners have purifiers to help filter out chemicals and particles, hard water is another issue that's been slipping through the cracks.

Here's why you should keep aware of this issue as part of your home wellness strategy: http://ow.ly/RQ5t50KzhVi

Awareness of hard water and its associated issues are there, but homeowners are having trouble finding a solution that can address a home's unique conditions.

06/09/2022

There’s been somewhat of a misconception developed over the years regarding circadian lighting. It's been getting better, but there's still plenty of people across the different disciplines that think color temperature and brightness are all that you need to create an effective set-up.

Thankfully, veteran lighting designer Alessio Urso is here to help set the record straight and explain the intricacies of what makes the best circadian lighting systems. Check out the article: http://ow.ly/pg3b50KzhO0

“True circadian lighting,” according to veteran lighting designer Alessio Urso, “Depends on so many external factors that are very difficult to control.”

31/08/2022

Originally built in 2008, Casa Xzavian had sat abandoned just outside of the cultural center of San Pancho before being noticed by designer and entrepreneur Suzy Ginsburg and her husband, rotting in the jungle landscape.

Having been dubbed ‘the birdwatcher’s paradise,’ Ginsburg and her husband wanted to ensure that any restoration effort not only preserved but also played a restorative part in the local environment as well.

Read about more about the restoration on http://ow.ly/fOBY50KsBLW.

Originally built in 2008, Casa Xzavian had sat abandoned before being noticed by Suzy Ginsburg and her husband, rotting in the jungle landscape.

30/08/2022

People should be able to leave a building better than when they first entered, and this idea is no better exemplified than through hospitality spaces dedicated to wellness. In these nurturing designs, the environment flows with the body and the mind, reflecting and inspiring positive emotions to all who enter. See what spaces we’ve been able to find for on DesignWell.

For National Wellness Month, we take a look at hospitality interiorsthat focus on the interaction between occupant and space in wellness.

30/08/2022

While it’s a common consideration in commercial offices, ergonomics is something that seems to have gotten lost in translation with the switch to hybrid and work from home models.

That's why we have Johnathan Puleio joining the podcast this week to discuss ergonomics and how home designers can help build better offices for their clients with the rise of hybrid and remote work. Check out their conversation, here: http://ow.ly/buPp50KuQR9

29/08/2022

Speaking with DesignWell about the new Inflation Reduction Act, Sara Karerat, Director of Applied Research, at CfAD, calls the new bill a major step forward in designing safer, healthier and more climate-resilient environments.

While the true benefits of the Inflation Reduction Act are still being debated, groups like IWBI and CfAD see it as an important step for healthier buildings.

26/08/2022

Are you an integrator and new to the world of shading?

Interior designers have long understood that window treatments are the secret finishing touch to a home, and with the rise of motorized shading’s popularity, there’s no reason your high-tech installs can’t look just as good. That’s why we reached out to Scott Stephenson of Hunter Douglas to write up a little guide on how to find the perfect shades for your next project.

With the addition of smart home functionality, window treatments and shades can do more than homeowners may know. It’s time to shine a light on smart shading.

24/08/2022

We recently chatted with Rebecca Best, VP of Sustainability at Material Bank on the topic of, well, sustainability! With her granular approach to tackle change at the material level, Best has a tremendous amount of insight into the topics of education and certification surrounding products, and so, we dive in with her to see how these play into changing the built environment for the better.

Check out some of our conversation over on DesignWell365.

For Rebecca Best, VP of Sustainability at Material Bank, the building blocks for healthier, more sustainable buildings starts with the materials that make them.

23/08/2022

In its continuing mission to expand the power and range of artificial intelligence in the home, Josh.ai has announced a new integration with another prominent smart home player, Somfy.

But rather than being a simple alignment of two marquee brands, the two state that the partnership also provides multiple shading and screening fabricators with an easy-to-recommend voice platform for their products.

Read more about the new capabilities on DesignWell365.

Rather than being a simple alignment, Josh.ai and Somfy state this provides multiple fabricators with an easy-to-recommend voice platform for their products.

20/08/2022

Pioneering a new building process aimed at eliminating the carbon cost of production while also employing the latest in aging-in-place design, Thrive Home Builders is preparing to start production of entire community of net zero homes for aging adults this fall in Colorado.

Green Builder Media and Thrive Home Builders announce the launch a 220-home community the duo says will push the limits of net zero homes.

19/08/2022

Following a long and laudable career of service to the interior design profession, as well as those directly impacted by its work, Gary Wheeler, FASID, FIIDA, has announced his retirement as CEO of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).
Having driven tremendous growth for DEI, sustainability, health and resilience within organization, Gary’s brief tenure as CEO has left a lasting impact on the industry at large.

Following a long and laudable career of service, Gary Wheeler, FASID, FIIDA, will be retiring as CEO of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID).

18/08/2022

Even if you’re not a technology integrator, there’s still plenty of opportunities at this year’s CEDIA to take note of, from the opportunity to see cutting edge home technologies on the showroom floor, to plenty of education surrounding the growing world of smart devices.

Check out the write-up as Jason McGraw explores what’s in store for the Design-Build community at this year’s CEDIA Expo.

Even if you're not an integrator by trade, this year's CEDIA Expo has plenty of networking and educational opportunities for those in the design-build crowd.

16/08/2022

Malibu: the land of luxury and fame in California, and home to the state’s first Zero Carbon home. But that doesn’t mean the house is a barebones setup. To keep in line with the homeowner’s aspirations of having a 100% off the grid home with all the environmental controls fit for the utmost comfort and modern entertainment, they brought on the team at DSI Luxury Technology to create a truly groundbreaking smart home.

Find out more about the home by reading the article, here.

To align with the homeowner’s aspirations of having a zero carbon home, DSI Luxury Technology set out to create a groundbreaking smart solution.

12/08/2022

On the most recent episode of the DesignWell Podcast, we’re sitting down with Dr. Mariana Figueiro from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to discuss her work in the field of human health and lighting.

Having worked for many years researching and developing our understanding of light and how it affects our circadian rhythms, Mariana brings a wealth of knowledge to the industry, and is here to talk on how you can get started creating healthier spaces through lighting today!

Dr. Mariana Figueiro joins the podcast this episode to discuss the benefits of lighting on human health and some best practices for better health outcomes.

10/07/2022

Moliving is preparing to launch the nation’s first energy positive resort later this year.

09/07/2022

KFA Architecture has created a welcoming haven for LGBTQ seniors in Los Angeles with the The Ariadne Getty Foundation Senior Housing Complex.

KFA Architecture has created a compassionate, welcoming sanctuary for low-income and homeless seniors within the Los Angeles LGBTQ community.

09/04/2022

Have you ever wondered what exactly goes into making an effective circadian lighting setup? We explored how and why circadian lighting works the way it does. http://ow.ly/ZKZO50IxBML

Even if you're not deep in wellness design, chances are you've heard about circadian lighting, so here, we explore what circadian lighting is and how it works.

08/04/2022

The commercial and residential fitness landscape is changing as more consumers turn to exercise for mental health over physical. http://ow.ly/lSAX50IxBp1

The pandemic drove more people to exercise than in previous years, but many are now missing the personal connection that commercial gyms offer.

07/04/2022

A recent trends report by Vacationer reports that more travelers than ever are seeking sustainable options for travel and accommodation. http://ow.ly/MXWv50IxBjN

With Earth Day less than a month away, the Vacationer has released their Sustainable Travel Survey to gauge traveler sentiments on sustainability.

05/04/2022

The Design Educates Awards have recently announced this year's winning projects tackling current social and environmental issues around the world. http://ow.ly/vFyr50IxB5c

The Design Educates Awards recognize the best projects responding to current social and environmental contexts holding educational value for others.

04/04/2022

Marriott is preparing to launch their first ever safari lodge in on of Africa's most noteworthy preserves for 2023. https://designwell365.com/news-features/design-news/marriott-prepares-journey-into-the-african-wilderness/

The Masai Mara Lodge will be the first safari lodge from Marriott International, inviting guests to connect with nature and wellbeing.

03/04/2022

Countries continue to struggle with meeting the WHO's new air quality guidelines according to recently released report. http://ow.ly/A6kZ50IrHEc

Even after pandemic dips in pollution levels, some countries were found have rebounded past that, worsening air quality beyond pre-pandemic levels.

02/04/2022

PURO Lighting launches new PUROHealth line of UV disinfection lighting for healthcare facilities. http://ow.ly/Krk050IrHx4

PURO Lighting has announced the launch of a new line of UV disinfection solutions aimed at tackling disinfection challenges within the medical field.

01/04/2022

The federal government has issued the Clean Air in Buildings Challenge, calling building owners and operators to adopt key strategies that will help improve air quality in buildings. http://ow.ly/2v8650IrHrg

The White House issues the Clean Air in Buildings Challenge to all building owners and operators alongside new ventilation guidelines.

31/03/2022

Telecine Multimedia has unveiled a new array of indoor air quality displays and signage for commercial properties. http://ow.ly/nTgg50IrHgF

Telecine Multimedia has launched its AQ display, providing an automated content feed that showcases the state of indoor air quality across multiple elements.

30/03/2022

WellAir is expanding the availability of its Novaerus air purification device to European healthcare markets. http://ow.ly/szih50IrHck

Following a successful American market debut, WellAir is expanding their footprint in hospitals to help create healthier environments for their occupants.

29/03/2022

Snap One adds color tuning and enhanced control options to Control 4 OS while announcing new products in press conference. http://ow.ly/ybE150IrH8E

The latest version of OS3 will now include an easy-to-use wheel interface for color tuning following news of several product launches later this year.

28/03/2022

Moen announces a new water scarcity initiative through their Mission Moen program in honor of World Water Day earlier this month. http://ow.ly/kwq550IrH5k

For this year's World Water Day, Moen has set forward a series of aggressive water conservation goals it aims to achieve through product efficiencies.

26/03/2022

A new report finds that air quality investments are being valued highly by North Americans. http://ow.ly/vNtz50Im3T4

Of the 3,000 workers polled in the Ambius study, 69% of them said that their workplace needed better investment with regards to air quality and safety.