Sun and air
@sunandair.bsky.social
Sun, fresh air, nature, naturism, humanism and biophilia. Also enjoys good food and wine, culture and lefty greenish politics. New web site: www.aletheicenvironments.com - which is all about naked wellness and biophilic design BN member from SE England
The largest demographic group amongst #naturists is the over-50s. Is this because we have more time on our hands, or grew up in a more permissive society? Some of us have reached a stage in our lives where it matters less what other people might think of us than it used to.
wp.me/PgKalA-dZ My ideas about how biophilia, design, horticulture and naturism combine to enhance wellbeing and create spaces that foster comfort and connection with nature.
My aletheic philosophy: real biophilic design - for humans, not spreadsheets
Explore how biophilia, design, horticulture and naturism combine to enhance wellbeing, creating spaces that foster comfort and connection with nature.
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By baring all and removing that which separates us from nature we can then truly become part of nature. It is both liberating and challenging to be so exposed. A heightened sense of vulnerability can be enlightening and thought-provoking, and maybe even a bit thrilling. #naturism #aletheia
Safe vulnerability
This article explores the idea of aletheia, or truth revealing, through vulnerability in nature. It emphasizes the liberating yet challenging experience of being completely exposed to, and immersed in nature whilst also being safe. Suggestions on how to foster this connection at home are offered as well as ideas about wild swimming and accessing and creating secluded areas for contemplation.
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Are there any #architects #interiordesigners #landscapers #biophilicdesign practitioners on Bluesky who are also #naturist or sympathetic to the ideals of #naturism ? I would like to connect and also explore whether anyone is interested in my ideas in aletheicenvironments.com Feel free to DM
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designing for unhidden wellbeing
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Possibly the last really warm day of the autumn (about 24C at the moment), and nowhere better to be than in the woods. Full immersion in nature makes all of your senses tell you that all is well. #naturism #biophilia #biophilicliving
When #nudity and pleasure are thought of together, most people think about sex. But there is another naked pleasure that no-one bats an eyelid about: a shower or bath taken purely for relaxation. Unless you are very weird, it is done completely nude. An immersive, #biophilic activity wp.me/pgKalA-eN
A hidden spring
The article explores the biophilic benefits of incorporating water into the home environment, particularly through warm showers. It highlights how such experiences engage the senses, promote wellbe…
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aletheicenvironments.com/my-aletheic-... if a space can be designed where we feel safe and comfortable in our most vulnerable, unconcealed state, then it should be good for anyone all the time. The intersection of #biophilicdesign and #naturism is where I think this happens.
My aletheic philosophy
My aim is to explore the integration of biophilic design, horticulture, and naturism to enhance wellbeing in built environments. Here, I highlight the benefits of total, nude immersion in nature, w…
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Some thoughts about our place in nature as the seasons change. wp.me/pgKalA-zw
Autumn thoughts
The prolonged summer in Southern England has led to drought and parched landscapes. Observations of seasonal changes evoke memories of agricultural traditions and community rituals. As autumn appro…
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My professional work is in this field, so throughout August, I'm delighted to be supporting my friends at the Journal of Biophilic Design, who are giving away 50 Digital Memberships. Simply sign up to their free newsletter during August for your chance to win! mailchi.mp/journalofbio...
Last night, here in North Kent, we had a rain shower. For those outside the UK, you might ask "so what?" Well, it was the first rain here since late June. I went for a walk in the woods @naturistfoundation.org this morning, and the new and unusual smells in the woodland as a result were astonishing
Over the last year, I have been thinking a lot about how my body changes over time, and how I've learned to accept, and appreciate, it more. Part of that process has involved taking pictures of myself and for me, as a flabby bloke in late middle age, it has proved useful. wp.me/pgKalA-yU
Self appreciation revisited: how photography has helped me understand more about the truth of my body
In this post, I reflect on learning how photographs of my body – often nude and in natural settings – can help me to appreciate my body, capturing its changes over time. This process pr…
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This morning was another perfect day for a #naturist walk and some nude #forestbathing in the woods. It was still, silent (apart from the birds) and the absolute perfect place to clear the mind and really notice how I felt - physically and mentally. wp.me/pgKalA-w4
If anyone is interested in my perspective about #naturism as being the ultimate expression of biophilic living, then please take a look at my web site - especially this updated page, which has a nice long white paper with lots of scientific references, that you can download. wp.me/PgKalA-dZ
My aletheic philosophy
My aim is to explore the integration of biophilic design, horticulture, and naturism to enhance wellbeing in built environments. Here, I highlight the benefits of total, nude immersion in nature, w…
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Being in nature always makes me feel good. Being #naked in nature is even better. Making the effort to really notice how you feel and what your whole body is sensing when naked in nature leads to a deeply profound sense of #wellbeing #naturism #forestbathing #nudeforestbathing wp.me/pgKalA-w4
Really noticing
In this post, I reflect on my frequent visits to nearby woodlands, particularly from spring to summer. I have made the effort to intentionally notice the way the woodland changes with the seasons, …
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At the moment, humanity and nature seem to be in conflict. Wildfires in N America, heatwaves in Europe, warming oceans, etc. They tell us that we are in a bad place. However, nature still has the ability to inspire awe, reverence and even hope - Earth will survive, even if we don't. wp.me/pgKalA-iq
Really knowing our place in nature: from a humanist’s point of view
This article explores the concepts of risk, peril, and awe within biophilic design, highlighting their psychological significance. I argue that these feelings reveal truths about our existence and …
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Are there any #architects #interiordesigners #landscapers #biophilicdesign practitioners on Bluesky who are also #naturist or sympathetic to the ideals of #naturism ? I would like to connect and also explore whether anyone is interested in my ideas in aletheicenvironments.com Feel free to DM
aletheic environments
designing for unhidden wellbeing
aletheicenvironments.com
If the current spell of hot, dry weather tempts you to try garden #naturism but you worry about being overlooked, my post on creating #naked friendly space might be of interest. aletheicenvironments.com/2026/05/05/c...
Camouflage and distraction: a practical guide to maintaining privacy without blocking out the world
In this post, I discuss how to gain the psychological benefits of nudity and naturism in natural environments whilst maintaining privacy. I highlight aletheic experiences that promote authenticity …
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I'm getting older, and I've noticed my senses aren't as sharp as they used to be. However, I think that #naturism and #nudity help me experience the environment more acutely. Have a read of my latest blog: wp.me/pgKalA-wR
Can aletheic environments enrich sensory experiences for older people?
The post discusses how ageing affects our perception of our bodies and surroundings. It highlights a study on care home design, revealing older residents prefer bold decor to counter declining sens…
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I think @theguardian.com missed the obvious solution here (and I'm not being frivolous about this): www.theguardian.com/thefilter/20... the most responsible swimwear is no swimwear at all. #skinnydipping #naturism #nudeswimming
Your swimwear is probably made from plastic. Here are 11 more responsible alternatives
Most swimwear relies on synthetic fibres, but some brands are taking steps to reduce their impact. We’ve rounded up the best bikinis, swimsuits and men’s trunks made from recycled and alternative mate...
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There have been a few posts about whether #naturist advocates should show their faces / reveal their identities. There are reasons why some of us can't, explained here. It doesn't stop me from promoting the benefits of #naturism, but if I reveal my identity, my income is at risk. wp.me/pgKalA-3p
Why I remain anonymous (for now)
You may have noticed that I am currently writing this website anonymously. This might seem odd, as one of the points of the site is to discover possible business opportunities and collaborations. S…
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When you go into nature - especially as a #naturist - do you make a conscious effort to notice changes in familiar places? The last few days, a #heatwave and thunderstorms, certainly changed my perception. A walk in some woodlands yesterday had a major impact on my senses wp.me/pgKalA-w4
Really noticing
In this post, I reflect on my frequent visits to nearby woodlands, particularly from spring to summer. I have made the effort to intentionally notice the way the woodland changes with the seasons, …
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Today was the perfect day for a walk through the woods and a spot of naked #forestbathing - the best way to immerse oneself in nature. If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of forest bathing - especially #naturist style, have a read of this: wp.me/pgKalA-U
The intersection of my ideas about #biophilicdesign #hortticulture and #naturism is what led me to write my aletheic environments web site. it might just be a mid-life (late mid-life) crisis project, but it might be an interesting niche area of work aletheicenvironments.com/my-aletheic-...
My aletheic philosophy
My aim is to explore the integration of biophilic design, horticulture, and naturism to enhance wellbeing in built environments. Here, I highlight the benefits of total, nude immersion in nature, w…
aletheicenvironments.com
Whatlington Response: The Truth about Naturism bn.org.uk/news/news/pr...
Whatlington Response: The Truth about Naturism
In recent weeks, media headlines have focused on “Turn a Blind Eye”, an adult-only campsite near Whatlington in East Sussex. The site describes itself using the word “naturist”, yet the activities pro...
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A follow up to my last post about creating naturist-friendly gardens, here is some advice about how to maintain privacy whilst allowing light and air into your space. #naturism #nakedwellbeing #gardendesign aletheicenvironments.com/2026/05/05/c...
Camouflage and distraction: a practical guide to maintaining privacy without blocking out the world
In this post, I discuss how to gain the psychological benefits of nudity and naturism in natural environments whilst maintaining privacy. I highlight aletheic experiences that promote authenticity …
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Today is World Naked Gardening Day in the Northern hemisphere #WNGD , so here is part 3 of my series on #naturist friendly Gardening in an aletheic context. aletheicenvironments.com/2026/05/02/t...
The aletheic garden part 3: design for maximum usability
This post discusses the psychological benefits of naturism in biophilic garden environments, highlighting the importance of year-round usability. It emphasises using structural planting and shelter…
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I'm fortunate in that I work from home, which means wearing as much, or as little, as I want. My work is all about the design of offices. With the rise of co-working spaces for remote workers, could naturist clubs make space for #naturist workers? aletheicenvironments.com/2025/09/04/a...
A space for doing
The post discusses the benefits of biophilic design in home offices and other remote working environments. I explore whether naturist working can improve performance and discuss how such practices …
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Do you sometimes catch site of yourself in a mirror and think "that's not a good look". This triggers a response that makes me value myself differently - and not positively. This is especially the case when I see myself naked. #naturism has helped me, though, as this post explains wp.me/pgKalA-cp
Self appreciation: the truth about bodies
In this post, I discus the complexities of body image and self-acceptance, highlighting the importance of appreciating one’s body for its functionality rather than aesthetics. It emphasizes p…
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Today is Earth Day. A really good day to think about not only our place on Earth, but also our time on this planet. If we are lucky, we might get 80-odd years here. A blink of an eye in humanity's history. We have done more damage in a lifetime than we in the previous 250,000 years wp.me/pgKalA-iq
Really knowing our place in nature: from a humanist’s point of view
This article explores the concepts of risk, peril, and awe within biophilic design, highlighting their psychological significance. I argue that these feelings reveal truths about our existence and …
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Clothing covering the skin is like smearing Vaseline on your spectacles. #Naturism allows our largest sense organ to tell the body that all is well in the environment
