Nature
Daily paths surrounded by greenery.
The ideal apartment surroundings in terms of nature exposure is one that provides daily, easy and genuine contact with greenery. It's about having nature present both inside and immediately outside the apartment, as well as along the routes we travel daily. In practice, a balcony, loggia or terrace with a green view, or at least the possibility of creating your own mini-garden with plants, pots and a resting place, matters greatly. Equally important is what lies beyond the apartment: it's better when the route to the shop, school, work or a walk leads through a friendly, green environment rather than exclusively through concrete and car parks. The best conditions are found where there are recreational spaces connected with nature nearby — a park, square, forest, water body, walking or cycling paths.
What exactly do we analyse?
Outdoor space
balconies, loggias, terraces — their geometry, orientation and potential for recreation
Green areas
location of parks, squares and water bodies in the immediate neighbourhood
Impact on our well-being
Greenery is one of the strongest natural regulators of human psychological well-being. A view of greenery from the windows lowers stress levels and supports faster recovery of the nervous system. Seeing plants and trees reduces cognitive load and improves the ability to concentrate. Even brief visual contact with greenery has a calming effect and stabilizes emotions. Plants inside the home improve the microclimate and increase the subjective sense of comfort. Greenery in an apartment strengthens the feeling that the space is alive and can 'breathe.' Easy access to green areas encourages daily physical activity and recovery. Contact with nature supports emotional balance and lowers the risk of chronic stress. A lack of greenery in the surroundings can lead to sensory overload and a sense of isolation. As a result, greenery, both seen and directly experienced, is a key element of a healthy living environment.
What to watch out for
North-facing balconies you won't want to spend time on
Narrow, cramped loggias where you won't be able to fit a chair and small table for your morning coffee
Apartments surrounded by a concrete jungle that will constantly elevate your stress levels