Open Class

Regenerative Architecture: How to Design Buildings That Heal the Planet (and Are Worth More)

What if your buildings could go beyond “less harm”... and actually heal the planet — while generating more value for clients, investors, and communities?

This Monday, you’re invited to a powerful live session on Regenerative Architecture with [Your Name or Filipe Boni].

🌱 What you’ll learn:

• Why “sustainable” is no longer enough (and what comes next)

• The key principles behind truly regenerative design

• Real-world case studies that generated 3x more value than traditional buildings

• How to create spaces that are ecologically positive and economically superior

📅 Date: August 25th (Monday)
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM UTC
📍 Where: Live on YouTube

🚨 Sustainability is the baseline. Regeneration is the future.
Those who master it will lead the next era of architecture.

It’s not just about constructing buildings.

It’s about building legacy, impact, and relevance.

If you take sustainability seriously — and want to turn it into real results — this is the place for you.

Want to Go Deeper and Apply It in Real Projects?

Turn Sustainable Design Into Premium Offers — and Justify Charging 30–50% More

While most courses teach theory, this live workshop gives you a proven method to create irresistible, eco-conscious proposals — and increase your design fees without working more.

💡 Learn how to:

• Select materials that justify higher rates

• Apply biophilic and circular design

• Cut operational costs by up to 40%

• Prove the ROI of sustainability to clients

🎓 Includes certificate, live sessions, global community
🎟️ Only $7 — last tickets available

This is your chance to move from learning to leading.

Join thousands of professionals in 188+ countries who are transforming their careers through sustainability.

UGREEN Projects

Floatin Terrasses (IN): an example of Biophilia in achitecture

Living in a space where well-being feels as natural as breathing. That is the essence of the Floating Terrasses project, envisioned in India in collaboration with Studio Symbiosis Architects and with UGREEN’s consultancy.

In this project, we were responsivle for the design concept and biophilic strategies, ensuring that every detail connected residents to nature — from natural light to the sound of water, from organic forms to materials that awaken the senses.

But after all, what is biophilic design ?

Biophilia is the natural instict to seek connection with nature. Biophilic design transforms this instinct into architecture, creating environments that promote health, focus, creativity, and emotional well-being.

In the case of Floating Terrasses, UGREEN’s consultancy proposed solutions such as:

• Wide views of green areas and water features;

• Use of native vegetation with striking aromas and textures;

• Abundant natural lighting, respecting the body’s natural rhythms;

• Natural materials such as wood, stone, and organic fabrics;

• Layouts that integrate light, air, and life into every room.

The results? A sophisticated and vibrant residence that welcomes, heals, and inspires. A true sensory oaisis in the heart of the city.

And Why Does This Matter ?

Studies from ther University of Illinois in the U.S. show that biophilic environments reduce stress, increase focus, improve sleep quality, and even boost productivity. In other words, building with nature means building health.

Want to transform your space into a living environment ?

Elevating your residencial or commercial projects with sustainable and biophilic solutions might be the answer you’re looking for! Get in touch with us, and together we can create spaces that nurture both people and the planet.

Opinion

When “legal” doesn’t mean “just.”

When we hear about environmental and/or social crimes, we usually think of something done in secret, right ? But the reality is far more complex: many of the practices that destroy ecosystems, exploit communities, and accelerate global warming actually happen within the law.

Yes, you read that right? some of the greatest environmental violations of our time are, in fact, allowed by weak legislation or legal loopholes. And this raises a question: is legality really the same as justice ?

Want an example ?

Everything Nestlé does here is legally authorized.

And this is not an isolated case. THere are other equally shocking examples, such as: child labor in cocoa production, the export of banned pesticides, and even the toxic dumping of plastics and eletronics in Global South countries.

The line between what is legal and what is ethical has never been so blurred.

And that’s why, as professionals and citizens, we must stay alert: our projects, consumption choices, and even what we approve of with our silence can perpetuate these injustices.

News

The Invisible Impact of Lighting on your body.

What if I told you that the light bulb in your bedroom might be telling your body the exact opposite of what it needs to hear ?

Choosing between warm, neutral, or cool light seems like a purely aesthetic decision. But here’s a truth few people talk about: your lighting is never neutral. It either activates or suppresses hormones, shifts your mood, abd durectly affects your sleep and energy.

Our bodies are programmed to follow the rhythm of the sun. But what happens when your entire home runs against that natural cycle ?

Neutral Light (3500K-4500K): A gentle wake-up

This is the mornig light — bright enough to awaken, yet soft on the senses. Best for: kitchens, offices, dressing tables. Benefits: heps you start the day with focus and productivity, without disrupting your biological clock.

Cool Light (+5000K): Brain boost, sleep killer

This is the LED that mimics midday sunlight: it sharpens attention and memory, but can also cut melatonin levels by up 50% and delay your sleep by as much as 1.5 hours.

Warning: in the bedroom, it may become an invisible trap for your rest.

Warm Light (2700K-3000K): Your body’s “end of the day” signal

This is the artificial sunset —soft, golden, and perfect for telling your body it’s time to wind down. Best for: bedrooms, living rooms, dining areas. Benefits: stimulates melatonin and invites relaxation.

Your health, energy, and sleep matter more than design.

Aligning your home with the natural rhythm of sunlight is a simple yet powerful way to care for yourself — and it can even reduce excess energy use ate night, when your body is naturally asking for rest

Sustainable tip: using dimmable lighting systems or tunable white LEDs can help you simulate the solar cycle indoors, saving energy while respecting your circadian rhythm.

So, is your home helping you live better … or sabotaging your rest without you even noticing ?

If you’re an architect, engineer, designer or simply someone who wants to create a healthier and more sustainable space, it’s worth reflecting:

What message is your home sending to your body every single day ?

Filipe Boni UGREEN