Biophilic Design as a Driver of Well-Being in Hospitality: Evidence from 4-Star Hotels in Abuja, Nigeria

Fidelia Ire Odeh; Modi Sule Zango; Dogara Olusola Ayanajeh

doi:10.56201/ijgem.vol.11.no7.2025.pg231.237

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Biophilic Design as a Driver of Well-Being in Hospitality: Evidence from 4-Star Hotels in Abuja, Nigeria

Fidelia Ire Odeh, Modi Sule Zango, Dogara Olusola Ayanajeh

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This study investigates the influence of biophilic design elements on occupant well-being in 4-star hotels within Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city. Drawing on the biophilia hypothesis, the research examines the effects of four key variables—natural lighting, water features, natural materials, and views of nature—on hotel guest satisfaction. A structured questionnaire was administered to 380 guests selected through Cochran’s formula for unknown populations. Reliability analysis (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.874) confirmed the internal consistency of the questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including Pearson correlation analysis, were applied to explore relationships between variables. Results indicate that natural lighting and views of nature had the strongest positive correlations with reported well-being, followed by water features and natural materials. The findings advocate for the intentional inclusion of biophilic design elements in hotel architecture to foster restorative experiences and promote psychological comfort.

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Biophilic DesignHospitality ArchitectureOccupant Well-beingEnvironmental

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Biophilic Design as a Driver of Well-Being in Hospitality: Evidence from 4-Star Hotels in Abuja, Nigeria

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