A Literature Review and Case Analysis of Nature-Based Healing and Multisensory Digital Technology in Open-Plan Office Spaces
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This paper adopts a combination of systematic literature review and comparative case analysis to explore the integration mechanism and application benefits of nature-based healing concepts and multisensory digital technology in open-plan office design. First, the study constructs a theoretical framework centered on “technology-experience-culture” . It systematically reviews improve the intrinsic mechanisms by which nature-based healing and multisensory interaction employees’ mental health, restore attention, and stimulate creativity. Second, through a comparative analysis of typical cases such as virtual reality immersion experiences, dynamic lighting control, natural element integration, restorative space design, and biophilic design, the paper reveals the complementary relationship between digital technology and physical natural elements in spatial design. It also identifies the respective challenges of data privacy, ethical risks, and technical feasibility in achieving sensory coherence, emotional adjustment, and cultural adaptation. The research found the positive impact of natural healing and multi-sensory digital technology on optimizing the office environment. Also, they provided a theoretical basis and practical inspiration for future research on intelligent sensory interaction and personalized space adaptation. This study aims to promote a higher level of interdisciplinary integration in open-plan office design and lay a solid foundation for subsequent empirical research.
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