The Leading Biophilic Design Events for this year (2026)
Hello nature-lovers,
This is a list of the best of the biophilic events from around the world.
The search is over, welcome to the list of extraordinary biophilic-themed events happening in 2026.
In summary:
- Biophilic Design through an African Lens
- Living Future 2026
- The Biomimicry Confluence
- AIA26 - Conference on Architecture & Design
- World Cities Summit 2026
- International Conference on Biophilic Design and Architecture (ICBDA)
- Biophilia Summit 2026 (Living Future Europe)
- Biophilia Camp: South Tyrol
Living Future 2026
The global conversation on biophilia often treats it as a Western trend. But what if the wisdom of connecting humanity and nature in design has been a living, breathing reality in African culture for centuries?
Join us for a powerful LinkedIn Live event where we dive deep into Biophilic Design Through an African Lens. Alexandra Bowen will be joined by Dr. Wangui, a leading Green Building Consultant, TEDx Speaker, and passionate African biophilia advocate.
Dr. Wangui argues that Africans lived the principles of biophilia long before the term was coined, and she is leading the movement to recenter the African narrative in the global design community.
🎯 What: Biophilic Design Through an African Lens
📍 Where: Online
📆 When: Feb 13/14, 2026
🎟 Tickets: Free, you can RSVP here.
Living Future 2026
The Living Future Conference is the annual flagship event for the movement for regenerative buildings, products, and organizations. As we move into 2026, the focus remains on the "Living Building Challenge" and how biophilic design can be used to create spaces that give back more than they take. This event brings together the most innovative architects and sustainability practitioners to discuss how we can transition from "doing less harm" to "doing more good."
🎯 What: Living Future 2026
📍 Where: Seattle, Washington, USA
📆 When: April 14 – 17, 2026
🎟 Tickets: Registration opens early 2026
🧭 Website:
The Biomimicry Confluence
The Biomimicry Confluence is a two-day conference where nature-inspired ideas, innovations and innovators flow together. This year we'll be highlighting biophilic design and leading case studies that are key (d)rivers of the Bioinspiration Revolution.
🎯 What: The Biomimicry Confluence
📍 Where: Online
📆 Event Dates: 25th & 26th of March 2026
👷♀️ Who’s it for: Innovators, Designers, Engineers, Consultants and anyone working towards a life-friendly future
🧭 Website:
AIA26 - Conference on Architecture & Design
If you are an architect or designer who aspires to take your creative output to the next level, the AIA National Convention is the premier AEC industry event. For 2026, the conference heads to San Diego, focusing on climate action and design excellence. Expect a heavy emphasis on biophilic patterns, nature-based materials, and the psychological benefits of integrating greenery into the built environment.
🎯 What: AIA26
📍 Where: San Diego, California, USA
📆 Event Dates: June 10 – 13, 2026
👷♀️ Who’s it for: Architects, Interior Designers, and Urban Planners
🧭 Website:
World Cities Summit 2026
Centred on the theme “Liveable and Sustainable Cities: ACT Now!”, WCS 2026 is the biennial global platform for government leaders and industry experts to address the challenges of sustainable city living. Singapore—a world leader in biophilic urbanism—serves as the perfect backdrop to explore how cities can transform through nature-based solutions and bold leadership.
🎯 What: World Cities Summit 2026
📍 Where: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore
📆 Dates: June 14 – 16, 2026
🏙 Focus: Biophilic Urbanism and Liveable Cities
🧭 Website:
International Conference on Biophilic Design and Architecture (ICBDA)
The ICBDA provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners, and educators to present the most recent innovations in the fields of Biophilic Design and Architecture. This academic and professional hybrid event dives deep into the science of biophilia, exploring everything from biophilic conditions and infrastructure to the physiological impacts of nature-inspired lifestyles.
🎯 What: ICBDA 2026
📍 Where: Berlin, Germany (and Digital)
📆 When: July 23 – 24, 2026
🎟 Tickets: Early bird available June 2026
🧭 Website:
Biophilia Summit 2026 (Living Future Europe)
Established by Living Future Europe and the Biophilic Society, this summit has quickly become the first major biophilia-specific event series worldwide. While the 2025 edition focused on "Scaling Biophilia," the 2026 summit is expected to push the boundaries of how we integrate natural systems into our modern digital existence.
🎯 What: The Biophilia Summit 2026
💻 Where: Online & Various European Hubs
📆 When: September 2026 (Expected)
🌿 Who’s it for: Biophilic practitioners, researchers, and wellness experts
🧭 Website:
Biophilia Camp: South Tyrol
For those looking for a hands-on, immersive experience, the Biophilia Camp in the Italian Alps is a unique opportunity to learn from nature directly. This workshop is designed for designers and educators to reconnect with the sensory aspects of biophilia through outdoor activities and site-specific design challenges.
🎯 What: Biophilia Camp 2026
📍 Where: South Tyrol, Italy
📆 When: May 1, 2026
💸 Price: To be confirmed
🧭 Website:
Thanks for reading!
Wild regards
Alistair and the Learn Biophilic Design Team
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