Preserved Moss Walls: A Growing Trend in Biophilic Design

Biophilic Design Is Reshaping How Canadians Build and Live

Biophilic design has become one of the fastest-growing movements in architecture and interiors. Canadians are spending even more time indoors, and the demand for natural materials, wellness-focused design, and sustainable features continues to rise. Preserved moss walls have emerged as a standout solution, beautiful, low-maintenance, and backed by research on wellness.

Reliable sources supporting biophilic benefits:

• Human Spaces Report: natural design increases well-being +15 percent and productivity +6 percent.

• Systematic Review: Nature in the Office (2023) – natural elements improve stress recovery and focus.

Why Biophilic Design Matters

Canadians spend more than 90 percent of their time indoors, and studies show that lack of natural stimuli increases stress and reduces mental clarity.

Below is a quick look at the evidence:

Chart 1: Indoor Time vs. Well-Being Impact

Biophilic materials, like preserved moss, help counter this by offering texture, pattern, and natural variation.

Moss Walls as Biophilic Elements

1. Visual & Sensory Impact

Moss walls provide depth, shadow, texture, and softness, qualities linked to calm and improved emotional balance. Studies confirm that natural textures reduce stress and enhance perceived environmental quality (nature in the office review).

2. Wellness Benefits

Workspaces and homes that integrate natural elements see improvements in:

• focus

• cognitive performance

• mood stabilization

• reduced anxiety

Chart 2: Biophilic Benefits Measured in Workplaces

3. Sustainable aesthetics

Preserved moss walls align with eco-focused design goals:

• no water

• no soil

• low resource use

• biodegradable materials

They match Canadian demand for low-impact, long-lasting design elements.

The Future of Biophilic Design With Moss

As Canada moves toward greener construction and ESG-aligned corporate design, moss walls remain one of the most practical biophilic solutions. They support:

• LEED credits (materials & indoor environmental quality)

• WELL building principles (mind, comfort, design integration)

• ESG storytelling and sustainability commitments

Moss walls are becoming the preferred option because they provide the benefits of greenery without the upkeep.

FAQs: Biophilic Design & Moss Walls

Q: Why choose moss instead of artificial greenery?

Artificial greenery provides no wellness benefit and contributes to plastic waste. Moss is real, natural, and sustainable.

Q: Do moss walls reduce workplace stress?

Yes. Research on biophilic environments shows measurable stress reduction and improved mental clarity.

Join the biophilic movement

Evergreen Escapes designs sustainable, custom moss walls for Canadian commercial spaces and luxury homes.

If you want natural beauty with real wellness impact, book your consultation today at info@evergreenescapes.ca.