What if we told you that a global commercial flooring company has achieved carbon neutrality and is well on their way to net negative emissions? This week, we’re joined by Kari Pei, the Vice President of Product Design at Interface, to discuss the inspiration she finds in nature, the sustainable materials and manufacturing techniques that have made Interface a standard-bearer for environmentally friendly corporate practices, and the importance of awe. We also touch on some overlooked aspects of biophilic design, including texture and the impact that ambient noise has on our wellbeing. 

Interface is a commercial flooring company that specializes in carbon neutral tile and resilient flooring. Interface helps their customers create interior spaces that support wellbeing, productivity, creativity, and the health of the planet. As VP of Global Product Design, Kari Pei brings her fine art background to every aspect of the design process, drawing inspiration from nature and biophilic patterns. She is the recipient of numerous awards, including the 2020 Manufacturer Leader HIP Award presented by Interior Design Magazine.

Key Words: Biophilia, Biophilic Design, Nature, Sustainable, Corporate Responsibility, Net Zero Emissions, Carbon Negative, Awe, Product Design, Wellness 


Show Notes

• Kari Pei of Interface Takes Home 2020 Manufacturer Leader HIP Award (Interior Design)
• Interface’s Sustainability Journey
• Interface Achieves Carbon Negative Milestone with the Launch of Innovative Products to Decarbonize the Built Environment (PR Newswire)
• Ep. 156 Creating Happier Places with Biophilic Design (Clever Extra Podcast)
• Walk with Walsh at Serenbe with Kari Pei
• 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design (Terrapin Bright Green)
• Awe (Terrapin Bright Green) - Coming Soon!
• Spotlight: I.M. Pei (ArchDaily)

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