Influence of Environmental Factors on Urban and Architectural Design—Example of a Former Paper Mill in Nanterre

Biophilic design is developed in urban planning concepts for cities—in line with sustainable development. A case study of converting a former paper mill Nanterre into university campus showed what factors influence the emergence biophilic form. The research informs and mechanisms directs attention to process. As result, demonstrates that elements from place-based pattern group are directly related in-depth environmental analysis—similar nature-based element-based groups. Together they result element creation also present process but not primary determinant choice approach. In part, form adapted area's characteristics, which their interaction objective determinants. Nevertheless, implementation devoid compositional, creative, cultural elements—that is, it assumes features architecture. This fact proves environment can creative potential architecture studies.