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COOOP
Nov 8, 20243 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.
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Callie van der Merwe
Jan 33 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
Dec 13, 20242 min read
A Visible Briefcase Can Increase Competition.
A briefcase in sight can unconsciously trigger competitive behaviour, shaping actions even when people aren't aware of its influence.
Callie van der Merwe
Aug 2, 20243 min read
Why Library Lights Were Green.
The green Library light, a timeless symbol of focus and productivity, has lasting effects on mood and work environments.
Callie van der Merwe
Jun 7, 20243 min read
The Batman Effect.
The Batman Effect shows how pretending to be a hero boosts kids' focus, persistence, and problem-solving by creating psychological distance.
Callie van der Merwe
Mar 1, 20244 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
Feb 2, 20243 min read
We Prefer the Perception of Real Over Real.
We often prioritise the illusion of authenticity over reality, valuing how things appear more than their true essence, even in design and m
Roberto Zambri
Nov 10, 20232 min read
6HEAD Sydney. Merging Heritage and Nature for a Timeless Design.
6HEAD Sydney blends heritage, nature, and behavioural design to create a stunning space inspired by Sydney Harbour and Australia's history.
Callie van der Merwe
Mar 3, 20231 min read
How The Temperature Of a Drink Impacts Our Behaviour.
The temperature of a drink can influence our perceptions—holding a hot cup makes us see others as warm, while an iced drink makes us see the
Callie van der Merwe
Feb 3, 20232 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
Jan 6, 20232 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
Dec 2, 20222 min read
Why Design Must Be Science Led.
Neuroarchitecture merges design with science, revealing how spaces impact our minds and bodies, inspiring healthier, human envioments
Callie van der Merwe
Nov 4, 20224 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
Sep 2, 20223 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
Jul 8, 20225 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
Jul 1, 20225 min read
Art versus Design. What is the difference between?
Explore the key differences between art and design—how intention, purpose, and creativity shape their roles and impact on society.
Callie van der Merwe
Jun 10, 20226 min read
How our senses impact the way we experience spaces.
Discover how architecture and interior design impact our mood, behaviour, and well-being, blending science, psychology, and creativity.
Callie van der Merwe
Aug 6, 20213 min read
Designing Spaces That Align with Predictable Human Behaviour.
Designing for human behaviour bridges the gap between expected and real actions, crafting spaces that align with natural, predictable patte
Callie van der Merwe
Jul 2, 20214 min read
The problem with Design Thinking.
Design Thinking and Human Behaviour: How understanding patterns and automating insights can help designers create more impactful social
Callie van der Merwe
Jun 4, 20213 min read
The Complexity of Designing for Human Behaviour.
Navigating the Challenges of Human Behaviour in Design: Balancing Knowledge, Cognitive Bias, and Intuitive Solutions
Callie van der Merwe
May 7, 20213 min read
What Does Designing for Human Behaviour Mean?
Designing for Human Behaviour aligns solutions with natural actions, creating environments that engage senses, enhance comfort, and inspire.
Callie van der Merwe
Apr 2, 20213 min read
What is Design Then?
Design is about solving problems, not just aesthetics. By understanding human behaviour and empathy, design creates solutions that work
Callie van der Merwe
Mar 5, 20215 min read
Exploring ways in which to "hack" our built environment for increased physical and mental wellbeing.
"Architecture & Interior's Impact: From Inspiration to Transformation"
We feel awe entering great monasteries or cathedrals. Jonas Silk
COOOP
Feb 5, 20213 min read
What Is The Role of a Designer Exactly?
Designers solve problems within constraints, yet their role is often misunderstood. True impact happens when they shape projects from start
Callie van der Merwe
Jan 1, 20212 min read
What is Designing for Human Behaviour?
Designing for Human Behaviour blends art and science, redefining design’s role beyond aesthetics to solve real-world problems effectively.
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