Creating natural interiors for your well·being
At Studio Nalca we craft spaces that nurture the human spirit, promote better health and wellbeing, and contribute positively to our planet.
Spaces that feel good, are good for our well-being and good for our planet.
”Deviation of nature is deviation of happiness”
Samuel Johnson
DO YOU RECOGNIZE THIS?
• You don't feel completely happy or comfortable in your home or workspace and you don't know why.
• You have trouble sleeping, getting a restorative pause, focusing on your work or daily activities.
• You find it difficult to choose the right color to put on the walls after you have tried so many.
• You may be thinking of renovating but don't know where to start based on your budget.
• You want a fresh start with your interior that fits your personality and your family's.
• You want a more natural and sustainable way of building your dream house.
• Or you just need a hand in (re)organizing things at home to lift up your energy and spirit again.
Because when you take care of your home, you take care of yourself!
If any of this resonates with you, then Well-being Design is a great tool to help you FEEL really at home (again).
And I would love to help you!
Hi!
I am Dominique, Well·being & Biophilic Interior Designer and I would love to help you create your dream place.
A happy and healthy place at home where you can relax and enjoy with your family and friends or at your office where you can focus better and be more productive.
With the help of biophilic design, Feng Shui and a holistic approach I create happy, healthy interiors that fits everyones personalities and cover all your needs and wishes.
Well-being Design is so much more that bringing plants, green walls or water features. Is more about deep connection between people, place, climate and culture. It is definitely not a trend is a lifestyle and a basic need that everyone should embrace. We all are nature, after all.
Want to know more?
“There is no better designer than Nature”
Alexander Mc Queen
ABOUT ME
As an experienced designer with German /Chilean roots and a nomadic spirit, I've dedicated my 15-year career to crafting holistic living spaces that promote well-being. I've been fortunate to craft my designs across Chile, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands. That has deepened my appreciation for diverse cultures and their unique expressions of design.
Fueled by a deep love for nature and a passion for travel, I find endless inspiration in the beauty and complexity of the natural world. I believe that our living spaces should be more than just places to reside; they should be sanctuaries where we can recharge, relax, connect with our roots and thrive.
As a well-being and biophilic design professional my mission is clear: To create personalized happy, sensory-rich spaces that foster harmony, tranquility, and a sense of belonging.
As a biophilic design trainer and facilitator, I empower and guide people to create their own harmonious well-being havens, infusing their environments with the healing power of nature.
My passion for sustainable living and my dedication to creating a more connected and compassionate world drive my work. I believe that by incorporating biophilic elements into our living spaces, we can foster a greater sense of well-being and contribute to a healthier planet.
ABOUT STUDIO NALCA
"Nalca" is an unusual perennial plant native to southern Chile, often referred to as "Chilean rhubarb". It has long prickly stems and large green leaves which can grow up to 2 mts. in size! You can literally stand under it and get shelter from the sun and the rain when it's needed.
Studio Nalca is the result of my passion for Interior design, the connection to nature and my chilean roots.
My mission with Studio Nalca is to connect nature with people in their living spaces. Introducing a more natural way of living, thinking and taking care of our environment and therefor taking care of our selfs; so that we can live a better, happier and healthier life.
We need and deserve to reconnect again with our roots and live and work in a happy place that nurtures our senses in every way possible!
I speak English, Dutch, Spanish and German, so I can certainly help you in the language you feel most confortable with.
But what is actually biophilic design?
Biophilia: The Love of Life
What is it?
Biophilia is our innate connection with nature. It is an emotional bond that drives us to seek and appreciate life in all its forms.
Etymologically, the term comes from the Greek words "philia" (love) and "bios" (life), and literally means "love of life."
Biophilic design is then a bridge between design, nature and well·being. By translating the essence of nature into design solutions, it helps to create spaces that actively promote health and well·being.
It is all about creating spaces that that work for us and connect us with nature. It's bringing the best of nature indoors, incorporating specific elements and patterns that trigger our neuro system and help us reap the benefits for our health, happiness, and well-being.
Why is it important?
Our connection to nature can unlock so many benefits like:
- Boosting your mood and well-being
- Reducing stress
- Sharpening your focus
- Increasing productivity & creativity
- Improving mental health
- Strengthening your connection with nature
Just take a walk in the forest, mountain or at the beach and you'll feel how the stress washes off, you can think more clearly, focus and be more productive...
Imagine now living and working normally while embracing all the senses the natural world brings you and also its benefits. Like working in a space that inspires calmness, more focus, boosts creativity, and feels like a breath of fresh air. That's the magic of Biophilic Design!
At Studio Nalca, we believe that the spaces we inhabit have the power to shape our lives and our world.
By crafting environments that prioritize health, wellbeing, sustainability and place making, we're not just building spaces– we're building a brighter and healthier future for us all.
So let's embark on a journey together to make your happy place come true and design a world together that feels more connected to nature, one space at a time!
For more insights about Biophilic Design click here:
"We will never be truly healthy, satisfied or fulfilled if we live separated and alienated from the environment from which we emerged”
Stephen Kellert
If we want to create a thriving and regenerative world, we need to find ways to integrate natural forms, processes, and systems into everything we do.
Many factors affect human health and wellness, and biophilic design can provide benefits for the occupants when integrated successfully into the built environment.
These benefits can include: increased productivity, employee happiness, improved health and test scores for students.
BIOPHILIA IN COMMERCIAL SPACES
• Research have found that when applying Biophilic Design to the workspaces, absenteeism is reduced by 15% and there is also a 15% higher level of wellbeing when natural elements are introduced in the spaces.
• A study by the CBRE found that the addition of plants in the view range of each work-space led to a 76% improvement in energy levels, with a 10% improvement in task performance.
• Workers with the best possible views out of the office have a 10 to 25 % improvement on mental function and memory recall.
• There are new company metrics*, after designing the office to improve people's health and well-being:
21% more productivity
40% less absenteeism
65% less work rotation
13% increase sense of wellbeing
*published by Forbes magazine
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Some Clients Love..
“Dominique was just getting started with her own business when we asked her to help us. We were so excited to start this new chapter in our home and wanted to make some big changes! We decided to go for it and add a new kitchen to our home. She took her time to understand our wishes and dreams for our new kitchen. She helped us choose the perfect colour, style and even the feeling we wanted our new kitchen to evoke. She brought all of this together in a design that we absolutely love! We are so happy with our new kitchen and the amazing collaboration with
Studio Nalca!”
- Daniëlle R. - The Netherlands
"After living in the same place for a long time, I thought I've had all the possible options covered. I received a complete advice from Dominique and I am very happy with her surprising ideas. I saw all my wishes reflected in it. She gave options that I had never thought of before!."
- Petra K. - The Netherlands
"I wanted to remodel our apartment in a harmonious and cozy way. I had many ideas but a low budget. With a very busy life this was very difficult to achieve alone. Dominique understood what we wanted and her ideas gave our home that cozy and airy feeling that we wanted so much. Her shopping tips on where to get what we needed saved us a lot of time and money. It was a very good experience and we are happy and beyond grateful with the results.
Thank you Studio Nalca!"
- Zorenis O. - The Netherlands
“If you're looking for a natural touch at home, Dominique from Studio Nalca is the perfect person to do it!
She performed a biophilic Quickscan and really captured the idea I had for my house.
She's so attentive, friendly and dedicated to her profession. She's always looking for the best option and is very creative, giving you great ideas. I would 100% recommend her to anyone!”
- Karina D. - The Netherlands
"Dominique did a great job for us. My husband, two kids and I bought a new house in the Noorderhaven, Zutphen and Studio Nalca did the interior design. I was looking for a professional party that also included the natural and holistic in the planning; and we nailed it! We had a very nice process with a number of meetings where our plans were discussed very thoroughly and upon delivery we received an extensive PDF with shopping links, blueprints, moodboards and 3Ds. I can't wait for this design to actually be real in our new home!"
- Rebecca B. - The Netherlands
"For my new apartment, I decided to hire Studio Nalca as I found its Biophilic concept as an wholesome approach to design according to my (and my family´s) intrinsic needs quite interesting.
I was definitely not dissappointed with my decision. I had the pleasure of working with Dominque Gentillon from Studio Nalca and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Her expertise and insight were invaluable in designing my newly built apartment, starting with planning the electrical outlet and ending with the detailed design based on the Biophilic concept, a concept and method that I was straight convinced would give me the outcome I was looking for.
Not only did Dominique have a keen eye for aesthetics, but she also provided practical suggestions that I wouldn't have thought of. Her attention to detail ensured that every corner of my apartment was maximized for both functionality and style, saving me a lot of time and money that I would have incurred if I didn´t work with her.
As my apartment was being built, Dominique accompanied me throughout several months carefully reviewing the continuous progress and adjusting as needed. Her methodology of getting to know as much as possible all personalities that would live in the apartment leads to exceptional results where everyone is happy, always finding consent among all stakeholders.
Dominique is a very positive, fun and patient person, making the otherwise extensive and tedious decision-making progress so much more bearable.
Thanks to Studio Nalca and Dominique, I now have a space that not only meets but exceeds my expectations. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to elevate their home."
- Sven W. - Gundelfingen, Germany