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Biophilic design philosophy is a burgeoning concept with proven benefits. The design concept supports that natural components, including plants, create a restorative environment in constructed spaces. Embracing biophilia not only fosters a serene ambiance but also promotes better well-being within living environments. "Whether you’re an interior designer working on commercial and residential projects, or just looking to give your home a refresh, you can’t go wrong incorporating biophilic design principles," shares Justin Hancock, a horticulturist at Costa Farms. "By connecting your indoor spaces with the natural world, you create a soothing, comfortable environment where you can both work and feel better. I find having a plant in my bedroom, for example, adds a relaxing touch to my indoor space. I always try to keep one visible from my desk because there are many scientific studies that point to how they can help improve our memory, creativity, and problem-solving skills."
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How can I easily incorporate plants into my interior design scheme?
Consider factors such as space, lighting, and plant selection. Choose plants that complement the existing decor and fit the scale of the room. Experiment with different arrangements, such as clustering plants together, creating a plant wall on a shelf, or using hanging planters to maximize vertical space. Once you have a plan, start with small containers and let the plants grow to fill the space. With the right care, won't take long, we promise!
What are some key considerations for homeowners interested in implementing biophilic design in their homes?
It's important that your home feels like a healing environment. If you're adding plants as a design element and leaning into biophilia, consider the space in your home, its lighting, and your ability to keep up with the needs of new, plant-filled spaces. Choose plants and materials that suit your lifestyle, and most importantly, choose natural elements you love the look of, because the visual connection to your surroundings affects your well-being.
SPVs are generally formed by investors who have direct access to the shares of these startups and then turn around and sell a part of their allocation to external backers, often charging significant fees while retaining some profit share (known as carry). While SVPvs aren’t new – smaller investors have relied on them for years – there’s a growing trend of SPVs successfully getting shares from the biggest names in AI. Rather than giving up the shares because the early investor can’t afford them, they’ll create the SPV, fund it by raising money from others, and, in most cases, charge additional fees.
The fashion industry has a huge problem: Despite many returned items being unworn or undamaged, a lot, if not the majority, end up in the trash. An estimated 9.5 billion pounds of returns ended up in landfills in 2022 alone, according to data from return logistics software company Optoro. New York-based (Re)vive wants to help companies find a better ending for their returned items.
The reason for shutting down the feature is simple: it failed to gain traction. Additionally, it has been Tumblr's plan since last year's reorg to put an end to things that aren't performing well. In 2022, Tumblr introduced Tips as a complementary feature to Post+, its subscription offering that allowed creators to put content behind a paywall.
Data is at the heart of today's advanced AI systems, but it's costing more and more -- making it out of reach for all but the wealthiest tech companies. Last year, James Betker, a researcher at OpenAI, penned a post on his personal blog about the nature of generative AI models and the datasets on which they're trained. In it, Betker claimed that training data -- not a model's design, architecture or any other characteristic -- was the key to increasingly sophisticated, capable AI systems.