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Which is the key factor for our health? The 80% of the impacts comes from outside of the sanitary system and are related with the environment, the genetic heritage, the socio-economic factors and the lifestyle. We spend 90% of our time inside buildings, and according to recent measurements the interior is from 2-9 times more contaminated that the outside. That should encourage us to rethink the way we design the interiors, faced until now with an overrated techno-optimism, we propose to orientate the design to create a comfortable interior based on healthy solutions. There’re multiple factors

The demographic world curve shows that 1 in 4 persons will be +65 in 2040, with a 30% of the population in Europe. Age-friendly design demands to undertake multiple approaches from early conception, as the property options (Ownership; Rental; Co-housing + Co-care / Cooperatives…), the urban design (open public spaces; transport & infrastructures; sanitary and social services; neighbourhood participation strategies, mix of activities in a vibrant space …), or the adapted solutions for different locations (rural; resort; suburban; urban…). Age-friendly housing also needs to incorporate from

Wellness communities understood in a holistic approach should consider the optimization to Health & Wellness of its buildings and outdoor open spaces, encourage a positive way of life of its residents and visitors, include management and social policies to improve the sense of behaviour, promote community experiences, events and healthy practices, always in an inclusive sustainable approach, to accomplish a full commitment with the environment & whole society. A wellness community is much more than including the traditional Spa amenities and healthy F&B offering. A new development

Reconnect with nature with protected natural areas, with the agricultural countryside and its unique landscapes. Integrate yourself as a part of the community life, connect with its people, its heritage and culture. Get involved in projects, enjoy exchanging common experiences, travel in a slow mode (train; bicycle; walking…). Preserve the environment and with yourself. Make a positive impact to light up the new way of tourism, the durable tourism. The eco-design for rural communities understood as a holistic sustainable approach to design, stablishing from scratch the design guidelines to acc