APPLICABILITY OF BIOPHILIC PATTERNS IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT: A HUMANIZED ANALYSIS IN SOCIAL HOUSING OF IMBURI IN PILAR/AL.
Built Environment. Biophilic Patterns. UX Design. User. Social Housing.
The biophilic patterns in the built environment represent an essential tool for exploring the connections between nature, human biology, and environmental design. Their application in both indoor and outdoor spaces has demonstrated the ability to reduce stress, improve well-being, enhance creativity, and clarity of thought for users. These patterns have been the subject of study and research by scientists, researchers, designers, and architects who, over decades, have sought to identify the most impactful natural elements in user satisfaction in built environments. Furthermore, social, cultural, and economic factors have contributed to the growing adoption of biophilic designs, which can be considered an important tool for creating a restorative environment through UX design. This qualitative and quantitative study, classified as exploratory empirical research, aimed to understand the applicability of these standards in social housing. It included interviews, data collection, and technical analysis. The objective was to comprehend the applicability of biophilic patterns in the built environment, as well as their implications. Furthermore, the research provides specific guidelines as a result for the implementation of these patterns in social housing, centered in Imburi I, II, and III complexes in the Mangabeira settlement in the municipality of Pilar, Alagoas. This includes the proposal of a layout model based on user needs obtained through interviews and observation.