In an era where urban density often distances us from the natural world, biophilic home design reconnects us to its source.

It’s a philosophy, a return to the organic connection between people and place. Rooted in the belief that human well-being flourishes when surrounded by nature, biophilic design invites light, air, water, and greenery into the very structure of our daily lives. It softens boundaries, dissolves barriers, and opens interiors to the healing presence of the outdoors.

At OTIIMA, we see minimal frames not just as tools of transparency, but as portals to presence. Our systems are about dissolving walls, not simply through glass, but through feeling.

Biophilic design is based on the idea that humans thrive when connected to nature. In residential architecture, this translates into the thoughtful use of natural materials, ample daylight, fresh air circulation, and the integration of plants and outdoor views. When applied effectively, these elements improve comfort, boost mental clarity, and support overall well-being, turning a house into a healthier and more balanced living environment.

Here are three houses where OTIIMA becomes the quiet conduit between architecture and nature:

Touching Eden House | Wallflower Architecture + Design

Singapore

Nestled on a hillside in Singapore, Touching Eden House blurs the lines between architecture and rainforest. The name says it all: a residence that literally touches paradise. Floor-to-ceiling glazing by OTIIMA invites the lush equatorial greenery to pour into the living spaces, reflecting a philosophy where home is not a retreat from nature, but a continuation of it.

Here, our minimal frames allow expansive openings while preserving thermal comfort in a tropical climate. The result is an immersive experience, living with the forest, not just beside it.

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Gallery View | Woods + Dangaran

California, USA



Perched above Los Angeles, Gallery View is a modernist vision shaped by sun and sky. OTIIMA’s ultra-slim sliding doors open up panoramic views, letting the horizon spill across the interior. It’s a biophilic gesture, one that reconnects the house with the passage of time, the quality of light, and the contours of the surrounding landscape.

Inside, natural materials echo the soft hills that surround it. Concrete, oak, and glass work in harmony, creating a space that is grounded, contemplative, and alive.

C4 Sabina Ibiza | Estudio Vila 13

Ibiza, Spain

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