Throughout history, the human being has remained a central subject of study in science, philosophy, and art. While natural sciences have focused on the structure and mechanics of the human body, ancient and modern philosophies have explored the realms of soul and consciousness, and visual arts have strived to capture this multidimensional entity. With the rise of concepts such as bio-energy and electromagnetic fields, new questions emerge:<br />Is the human merely a material structure of tissues and organs, or is it a complex energy system that transcends the physical body, with reflections visible even in design and art?<br />This question opens the door to rethinking the nature of the human being and its connection to health, beauty, and creativity.<br />The Material Human: The Body as Living Architecture<br />Traditional science views the human as a complex material structure composed of approximately 37 trillion cells forming tissues and organs, all functioning in harmony, governed by the nervous system, circulatory system, and endocrine glands. The body is like a living architecture, reflecting principles of structural and functional design, similar to those studied by product and space designers.<br />This intricate structure has long inspired artists and designers—from Leonardo da Vinci’s anatomical sketches to the use of golden ratios in human representation—underscoring the centrality of the material body in aesthetic consciousness.<br />The Energetic Human: Auras and Invisible Currents<br />Limiting the view to the material body neglects an essential dimension that science is beginning to acknowledge: energy fields surrounding living beings.<br />Since the 20th century, Kirlian photography has revealed light auras believed to reflect physiological and psychological states. Traditional Chinese medicine speaks of “Qi” pathways, while Indian traditions refer to “chakras” as energy centers influencing both body and emotion.<br />This energetic aspect also finds artistic and design representation. Abstract and digital art movements have drawn from lines, spirals, and colors to symbolize such energies, expressing the metaphysical dimension of existence.<br />Consciousness and Spirit: The Transcendent Aesthetic Experience<br />Beyond matter and energy lies consciousness—the realm where beauty is perceived, art is created, and meaning is born.<br />Design and art become mediums that embody these intangible dimensions. Artistic works are not just colors and lines, but expressions of mental, energetic, and spiritual states.<br />Even in interior design and decor, the focus has shifted toward creating atmospheres that go beyond functionality, aiming to produce positive vibrations in spaces that influence the energy and mood of individuals.<br />Toward an Integrated Vision in Design and Art<br />Recognizing that the human consists of matter, energy, and consciousness leads to a new design philosophy: the user is no longer seen as just a body occupying space, but as a complex being influenced by form, color, texture, and light on energetic, emotional, and spiritual levels.<br />This requires rethinking design models to include energetic and psychological dimensions, supporting studies that explore how design elements affect the biological state and electromagnetic fields around humans.<br />It also encourages new directions in visual arts inspired by auras, waves, and vibrations as themes of expression.<br />Conclusion:<br />Design and art disciplines today are embracing a holistic view of the human as a material–energetic–conscious being.<br />Just as classical art was inspired by bodily proportions, energy fields, auras, and consciousness can open new creative horizons, enhancing quality of life and achieving aesthetic, health, and spiritual balance.<br />Studying the energetic and vibrational dimensions of forms, colors, and spaces enables the creation of design environments that resonate more deeply with human nature.<br /><br />Almustaqbal University, The First University in Iraq.