About
MOSS Lab looks into the world of plants and their benefits on the users’ well-being. We are especially interested in the topics that have limited studies to contribute to a healthier urban environment.
We know that we are not alone in this and we believe that collaboration and multidisciplinary partnerships can bring fruitful and innovative results which can revolutionize the way we design with plants.

Aim & method
Since our aim is to bridge the gap between research and design, our research methods not only consist of literature reviews but also experimental research. The combined methods allow us to understand the topic theoretically as well as practically; yielding qualitative data that can be applied to our projects.
“THE ONLY WAY TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS IS TO ATTRACT SMART CREATIVES AND PUT THEM IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THEY CAN THRIVE AT SCALE.”
-Eric Schmidt, CEO of Google
What is still unknown regarding the effect of different scales of biophilia on the well-being of employees?
What is the effect of plant properties and plant arrangements on acoustics in a hybrid office space?
Additional Reading
In collaboration and conversation with MOSS co-founder, Tessa Duste, research by Phd. Shruti Rao on the topic of “Designing Multisensory Biophilic Futures: Exploring the Potential of Interaction Design to Deepen Human Connections With Nature in Indoor Environments” was conducted and published in July, 2025.
