#48 - Envirohacking: Designing for Human Behavior and Well-Being - with Callie van der Merwe
Description
In this episode of Beyond Interior Design, host Marc Múskens reconnects with Callie van der Merwe, architect, thought leader, and originator of “envirohacking.”
Callie takes us on a powerful journey through the science of space—how our environments influence behavior, mood, and even healing. From redefining what it means to be a designer to crafting restaurants that make guests linger longer, Callie’s work blends neuroscience, behavioral psychology, and storytelling into design that moves people—literally and emotionally.
In this episode, Callie shares:
🧠 What it means to be an envirohacker
🏙️ Why architecture can heal—or harm—us
🔥 The science behind ceiling heights, candlelight, and heated seats
🌿 Why reconnecting with nature is key to future-proof design
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