Member of the IM-WALD-SEIN® Academy
Biophilic Communication and Spatial Design
“Our built environment can place demands on us without our even noticing. Acoustic signals, visual stimuli, artificial light and constant media exposure can quickly lead to sensory overload and chronic stress. At the same time, direct and tactile experiences are becoming increasingly rare. Contemporary design should counterbalance the dominance of technology with natural, calming elements. We need to engage people as multisensory beings and create spaces that support positive sensory and emotional experiences. The dynamism and diversity of nature play a central role in this.”
Simone Raus holds a degree in design and has a background in architecture and design. She heads the Munich-based design studio raus+weber design and teaches architecture and design at the Faculty of Interior Architecture at Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences. → Biophilic Design
Architecture and Design
Simone Raus develops communication and design concepts for two- and three-dimensional spaces. Her work explores how spatial design can support orientation, well-being and a positive experience of the surrounding environment.
Biophilic Design
A particular focus of her work is the integration of natural elements and principles into living, working and healthcare environments. She sees biophilic design as a way to counter sensory overload in modern settings and create spaces that engage multiple senses.
Teaching and Knowledge Transfer
Simone Raus teaches architecture and design at the Faculty of Interior Architecture at Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences. At the IM-WALD-SEIN® Academy, she contributes her expertise at the intersection of design, nature connection and human perception.
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