Nature Prints
Nature imagery has a measurable calming effect on the body, not just the mind. Even printed or painted nature scenes appear to trigger a similar physiological relaxation response as real outdoor views: they’ve been shown to cortisol and heart rate after a stressor more effectively than viewing urban or abstract imagery. And a hospital study found patients with a window view of trees needed less pain medication and recovered faster than those facing a brick wall. Choosing a biophilic nature print is a simple, small design choice backed by good research.
By Dr. Meg Christensen | Physician-founder of Interior Medicine, a non-toxic home resource built on her background in medicine, biochemistry, epidemiology, and clinical research.
Updated October 1, 2025
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L’oeil d’Eos
Sweeping photos of beautiful landscapes I always love.
Ema Nemeth photographs gardens around the world. I like them because they feel totally transportive.
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Why are photos of nature healthy?
Having a view of nature reduces hospital stays from 3.67 days to 2.6, and people heal faster when their window is a view of nature compared to patients with views of brick walls. Even just looking at a landscape painting or print relaxes you on a physiological level, with research to confirm it.