Applying Biophilic Design Principles in Educational Buildings:
A Conceptual Case Study of a Faculty of Law Building at Universitas Muhammadiyah Palembang
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https://doi.org/10.32502/tekstureka.v4i1.1215Keywords:
biophilic, conceptual design, education buildingAbstract
Biophilic design has emerged as a significant trend in contemporary architectural practice, particularly in the design of educational buildings. This study applies the biophilic design concept to the conceptual design of the Faculty of Law building at Universitas Muhammadiyah Palembang. A qualitative descriptive method was employed to define the biophilic design criteria, including green spaces and natural elements, natural ventilation and daylighting, the use of natural materials, spatial effects on users, and connectivity with nature. The findings indicate that biophilic design is highly suitable for educational building design and remains contextually relevant to current architectural paradigms. The proposed conceptual design integrates human-centred and environmental considerations, with particular emphasis on users’ health and well-being.
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