Inaugural Aotearoa Biophilic Event

Immerse yourself in everything biophilia

Join New Zealand’s built environment professionals, designers and sustainability leaders for an inspiring day of learning about biophilic design through informative sessions and immersive sensory experiences.

This event focuses on education, NZGBC biophilic credits, research-backed practices and encountering the tangible impact of biophilic principles. See, sense and learn how biophilia transforms the places where we live and work.

Why attend?

• Be among the first to hear about NZGBC’s latest biophilic credits.
• Deep-dive into research-backed design practices, ecological innovation and regenerative Te Ao Māori perspectives.
• Immerse yourself in a space transformed by art, living installations and interactive exhibits.
• Network with leading architects, designers, industry partners, clients and experts

Who Should Attend

• Green Star Accredited Professionals (GSAPs)
• Architects, interior designers, urban planners
• Builders, developers, building owners, facilities managers
• Sustainability and wellness consultants
• Artists, researchers, community leaders

Event Highlights at a Glance (details of speakers and content in Lineup section)

8:00am: Doors open

• Experience the space
• Coffee (provided throughout - Don't forget your Keep Cup!) & Networking

8:40am: Welcome Karakia with Te Aroha Grace

9:00am: Opening Plenary

• Researched-Based Evidence & Introduction to Biophilic Design Miranda Brown

10:00am: Coffee break & Networking

10:15am: 15 Minutes of Brilliance!

• Expert Panel featuring Zoe Avery, Debbie Wilson, David Trubridge and Te Ari Prendergast

11.45am: Coffee break & Networking

12:00pm: ‘Tikapa ki tai, Aute ki uta’ – On the shores of Tikapa Moana the Aute flourished

• With Sam MacGavock, Lucy Tukua and Te Ari Prendergast

1:00pm Lunch Break (lunch provided)

1:45pm: Biophilic Design in Practice

• NZGBC + Living Building Challenge tools, Tricia Love, GreenAir, case studies and Q+A

3:00pm: Coffee break & Networking

3:30pm: Panel Discussion

• Property Investors, Designers, Artists and Biophilic Leaders, including JLL, NZGBC, LFIA, David Trubridge, Arnya Karaitiana and Lucy Tukua

4:30pm Drinks & Networking

• Including the opportunity to meet the artists involved in bringing the event to life

CPD Points available:

• NZGBC: 4 points
• NZIA: 60 points for full day, 30 points for half day
• NZPI: 1 point per hr of attendance up to 7 points