Geometries, shapes and spaces of living environments for mental and physical well-being

This study examines the role of natural geometries as generative and perceptual tools in contemporary architectural design, highlighting their capacity to sustain human psychophysical well-being and to guide ecologically oriented design approaches. Against the backdrop of a progressive detachment from the natural environment, amplified by urban densification and the mediation of digital technologies, the research underscores the need to re-establish meaningful and multisensory connections between humans and nature. Drawing on environmental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and biophilia theory, it explores how spirals, curves, fractals, and other recurring natural patterns can elicit restorative effects, reduce stress, enhance concentration, and support more balanced perceptual engagement. Through a selection of case studies, the study demonstrates that natural geometries can evolve from aesthetic references into operative design principles. These principles inform spatial organization, structural logic, environmental performance, and the multisensory qualities of architectural space. The findings affirm that natural geometries constitute a significant theoretical and practical framework for contemporary architecture, enabling the creation of bio-integrated and psychologically supportive environments that promote well-being, foster ecological awareness, and contribute to restoring a more harmonious and resilient relationship between humans and the natural world.