P07 · NATURE IN THE SPACE
Connection with Natural Systems
Awareness of natural processes, seasons and ecological change within the systems that support a place.
How to read this pattern
Soil, water, biodiversity and seasonal change become meaningful when architecture makes their processes visible
A pattern becomes design only when it is connected to people, activities, climate and the specific conditions of the site. Quality matters more than mere presence.
Three design moves
From intention
to a concrete choice
Reveal cycles
Allow growth, flowering, rainfall and seasonal transformation to be perceived.
Build habitat
Support locally appropriate plant and animal communities.
Connect experience and performance
Link soil, water and planting with shade, drainage, cooling and ecological value.
P07 / Repertoire
4 elements
for exploring the pattern
Each card shows one possible translation of the pattern. Applications need to be selected and adapted rather than added automatically.
B22 · 1
Ecological Connection
Ecological Connection is one possible way to apply Connection with Natural Systems. Its relevance depends on the place, the people who use it and the way it will be maintained.
- Potential benefits
- Potential benefits must be assessed against the intended users, activities and environmental conditions.
- What to observe
- Define suitable qualitative or quantitative indicators during project assessment.
B23 · 2
Geology + Landscape
Geology + Landscape is one possible way to apply Connection with Natural Systems. Its relevance depends on the place, the people who use it and the way it will be maintained.
- Potential benefits
- Potential benefits must be assessed against the intended users, activities and environmental conditions.
- What to observe
- Define suitable qualitative or quantitative indicators during project assessment.
B24 · 3
Habitats + Ecosystems
Habitats + Ecosystems is one possible way to apply Connection with Natural Systems. Its relevance depends on the place, the people who use it and the way it will be maintained.
- Potential benefits
- Potential benefits must be assessed against the intended users, activities and environmental conditions.
- What to observe
- Define suitable qualitative or quantitative indicators during project assessment.
B25 · 4
Landscape Orientation
Landscape Orientation is one possible way to apply Connection with Natural Systems. Its relevance depends on the place, the people who use it and the way it will be maintained.
- Potential benefits
- Potential benefits must be assessed against the intended users, activities and environmental conditions.
- What to observe
- Define suitable qualitative or quantitative indicators during project assessment.
Observe and verify
Signals that can guide
project evaluation
- 01diversity and vitality
- 02seasonal cycles
- 03ecosystem services
- 04habitat continuity
These are possible signals, not automatic proof of benefit. Suitable methods and thresholds depend on the project.