Intentional Spaces: The Power of Place—Foundations
January 27th, 2026
Intentional Spaces: The Power of Place—Foundations is a practical, sector-wide guide for stakeholders who create the built environment. Foundations brings together research, core concepts, design strategies, and interdisciplinary insights, and includes frameworks for collaboration and recommendations for integrating principles into everyday work.
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Global interest in the effects of built environments on health and wellbeing has been steadily growing. Researchers and practitioners across diverse fields are exploring how spaces and experiences can be designed to optimize sensory effects and deliver positive outcomes toward wellbeing and flourishing. Despite evidence that thoughtfully designed environments can significantly enhance health, the practical application of this knowledge remains limited.
