“There are over 80,000 chemicals in our interior and architectural materials, most of which are not regulated. By focusing on organic, non-toxic materials, we can improve indoor air quality and reduce the harmful effects these chemicals have on our health” – Valentina Cereda
In the recent Wellness in Hospitality Spotlight 2024 we talked about Responsible Design.
To kick off the topic, Valentina Cereda, Health & Wellbeing architect, talked about Building Biology, Sacred Geometry and Feng Shui.
When you combine ancient design practices, like Sacred Geometry and Feng Shui, with modern practices like Building Biology, you:
→ use natural materials
→ avoid using toxic materials (eg. adhesives, paint)
→ improve indoor air quality
→ reduce the harmful effects of unregulated chemicals
You design for health.
BUT.
There is a myth around Responsible Design.
“If only designing for health was straightforward”.
→ 25% increase in costs compared to conventional construction
→ limited network of builders who know how to work with natural materials
In today’s episode, I want to share my interview with Valentina Cereda in my recent Wellness in Hospitality Spotlight 2024, where we delve into how as owners of boutique hotels, you can build responsibly – being mindful of what ingredients you put in your building, because that is ultimately what will affect air quality, soil quality and what goes into our environment.
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