Architecture and Sustainability: Integrating Health Performance Indicators in Sustainable Architecture — A Comprehensive Study on Enhancing Human Well-Being and Environmental Efficiency
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The phrase “health and well-being” includes various aspects such as social, psychological, and physical factors. The way we design, construct, and operate buildings greatly affects people and their experiences. Costs associated with employees make up a significant part of expenses, and enhancing the well-being of those in the workplace can boost productivity. Optimizing buildings offers benefits, but it also presents challenges, particularly regarding energy consumption, material usage, and environmental impact. Eco-friendly buildings provide a solution to balance our comfort with the requirements of the environment. This article examines the impact of buildings on people and the environment, suggesting a framework for a “health performance indicator” to improve the research and practice of sustainable buildings, ultimately aiming to enhance both human and ecological well-being.
Author: Xinyi Tian
Institution: University College London
Language: English
Subfield: Building and Construction
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4404833468