Carlo Nuvolari, cofounding partner and chief naval engineer at the internationally awarded Venice-based Nuvolari Lenard design studio, shares his thoughts on why considering a deeper, more holistic approach to wellness offers a better, more contemporary solution for our living spaces, whether in superyachts or luxury land-based homes.

“As designers, it is our responsibility to create spaces that best serve those who spend time in them. Architecture mirrors the way we live and it has done for centuries, if not millennia. We can look to the layouts of dwellings from the past for a snapshot of how people lived their daily lives. And it follows that how we choose to live today does not stagnate but continues to evolve alongside emerging social trends and technologies.

Never before have we been more aware of the importance of mental wellbeing, health and staying active as a way to enjoy a better, longer life. Beyond the obvious physical benefits, they allow us to think more sharply, feel less stressed and enjoy the mood enhancing boost of endorphins.

So why are we not reflecting this trend by evolving our designs and layouts for yachts and homes to reflect owners’ increasing allocation of time to wellbeing and health?