Biophilia in the Suburbs: How we can Redefine Suburbia for a Biophilic Future

Biophilia in the Suburbs: How we can Redefine Suburbia for a Biophilic Future

Faculty Mentor

Patrick Hurley

Course

ENV-332 Urbanization and the Environment

Files

Link to Full Text

Link to Story Map

Description

This Story Map examines the traditional designs of suburban neighborhoods and discusses ways to alter these designs to help promote biophilia. It also shows ways to introduce native species to lawns, detailing ecosystem benefits for each plant.

Publication Date

Spring 2022

Keywords

suburban spaces, Collegeville, lawns, Whittaker Environmental Research Station, gardens, native species

Disciplines

Environmental Studies | Geographic Information Sciences | Nature and Society Relations | Urban Studies and Planning

Comments

Information for the creation of the Story Map came from Plants For a Future, Nature's Best Hope, Last Harvest, and Biophilic Cities. All drone footage was provided by Steve Oehlert.

Biophilia in the Suburbs: How we can Redefine Suburbia for a Biophilic Future

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