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Category Archives: Primal Vista
To Keep Calm: Take in Nature + Fall Fractals
Nature walks relieve stress, curb anxiety, and help us feel calm. That’s what we found on a recent walk through the woods in Concord, Massachusetts, and now there’s more science to back it up. Outside in nature, we easily take … Continue reading
Posted in Fractals, Nature, Patterns, Primal Vista, Walkability
Tagged Fractals, Health, Nature
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Do the ‘Fish Experiment’ to ‘See’ What We’re Built to See
Did you ever wonder about the strange way humans take in the world? Like the animals we are, of course! A quick way to see this is with the ‘Fish Experiment.’ Look at the images below and note where your … Continue reading
Posted in Neuroscience, Patterns, People-centric Design, Primal Vista
Tagged Neuroscience, Primal Vista, STEM
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Wellness Walls: A Look at Leaves and their Long-lasting Allure
Last week’s GreenBuild/ ABX2017Expo in Boston boasted a mind-boggling 550+ exhibitors and 75+ product categories focused on sustainable building—from insulation to solar panels. As the escalator descended to the 12-acre exhibit space, I felt that Robin Williams’ Moscow on Hudson … Continue reading
Posted in Biology, Health, Primal Vista, STEM
Tagged Garden Design, gardens, Green Spaces, Wellness
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The Primal Vista: Why We Crave Water Views
Every summer, Mark and I reserve one vacation week for a trip to the quaint Cape Cod town of Wellfleet, Massachusetts. No chateau in Chinon, palazzo in Paris or castle in Cardiff, just a few rooms with a view—an ocean view. Like many … Continue reading