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Thought Leadership
As thought leaders in hospitality, commercial, and residential spaces, we explore the art and science of design thinking, blending creativity with functionality to shape extraordinary environments.
Discover expert tips, emerging trends, and transformative strategies that redefine spaces and enhance human experiences. Stay ahead of the curve with our innovative ideas and industry expertise, designed to empower architects, designers, and business owners alike.


Human Behaviour, Designing For Dining.
Human Behaviour" explores Design-for-Behaviour, a people-first design approach transforming spaces into successful, community-driven venues.

COOOP
3 min read
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How What We See, Impacts What We Hear.
Explore how our senses interact and shape perception, revealing the surprising ways vision influences hearing. From the famous McGurk Effect to multisensory experiences in everyday environments, this blog uncovers how what we see can alter what we hear. Understanding these connections helps designers and architects create more engaging, immersive, and healthy spaces that influence behaviour, wellbeing, and overall experience.

Callie van der Merwe
3 min read


EnviroHacking 2025: Shape Your Surroundings, Shape Your Future.
2025 is the year of transformation. Use envirohacking—small changes in your space—to influence behaviour and achieve your goals effectively

Callie van der Merwe
3 min read


Human Behaviour, Designing For Dining.
Human Behaviour" explores Design-for-Behaviour, a people-first design approach transforming spaces into successful, community-driven venues.

COOOP
3 min read


Design Partnership Rebrands as COOOP
Design Partnership Australia has rebranded as COOOP, marking a bold step in our international expansion. With a legacy of excellence in Desi

COOOP
2 min read


How Façade Details Impact Our Behaviour.
Building façades shape our emotions: monotonous designs dampen mood, while engaging complexity fosters energy, connection, and well-being.

Callie van der Merwe
4 min read


Why designing for behaviour in hospitality is so important.
Design for behaviour shapes hospitality spaces to enhance experience, boost engagement, and drive business success through intuitive design.

Callie van der Merwe
6 min read


How Our Memories Impact Our Behaviour.
Our childhood and evolutionary memories shape how we respond to environments, influencing our comfort and behaviour in modern spaces.

Callie van der Merwe
2 min read


How Our Environment Dictates Our Success.
Our environment greatly impacts success, mood, and well-being. Designers now have the power to create spaces that enhance human potential.

Callie van der Merwe
2 min read


EnviroHacking in Practice,
Discover how EnviroHacking combines science, technology, and design to create spaces that nurture health, amplify abilities, and inspire wel

Callie van der Merwe
4 min read


What are the Principles of EnviroHacking?
EnviroHacking blends science, design, and sustainability to create spaces that enhance well-being, productivity, and environmental harmony.

Callie van der Merwe
4 min read


What is EnviroHacking?
EnviroHacking merges biohacking with design, reshaping environments for enhanced well-being. Welcome to a new era of conscious architecture

Callie van der Merwe
3 min read


Exploring ways to hack our built environment.
Discover how EnviroHacking reshapes our built environment to enhance physical and mental well-being by influencing behaviour and outcomes.

Callie van der Merwe
5 min read
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