How mindful MATERIALS is Creating a Framework for a Healthier Built Environment
Like all great movements, mindful MATERIALS grew out of a need. But this organization came from humble beginnings. It started as a database to serve the needs of one architecture firm, but soon grew into a global community of architects, designers, engineers, manufacturers, and owners who were looking for healthier materials.
Shifting to Human Health-Centered Design
Humans are innately programmed to be sensitive to their environments. And much research has shown that the physical environment can have a greater impact on health and well-being than lifestyle and genetics. But this extends well beyond the visual aesthetics of a space.