OVERVIEW
The days of the windowless box are over!
Why? Because investing in the humans who live, work, play, and heal in our buildings is one of the most cost-effective green design strategies there is. It’s also just common sense: buildings aren’t here for their own sake; they’re here for us.
These resources look at rigorous scientific data on the value of comfort. They also present strategies for focusing on the human element of design and construction—without ever forgetting the importance of conserving water and energy.
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World's First LEED for Healthcare Certification
April 26, 2013News Brief
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Spray-Foam Endangers Occupants' Health, Lawsuits Allege
June 3, 2013News Brief
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Daylighting Correlates with More Sleep in New Study
July 28, 2013News Brief
Employees with windows in their offices had healthier lifestyles and got more rest at night, researchers say.
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USGBC: Put Public Health in the "Front Seat" of Green Building
September 30, 2013News Brief
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Updated Thermal Comfort Standard Could Save Energy
February 3, 2014News Brief
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Plants in Offices Enhance Worker Engagement
September 29, 2014News Brief
Office plants make workers happier, which helps prevent the kind of disengagement that takes a toll on productivity, according a recent report.
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Attention, Employers: Green Design Tied to Fewer Sick Days
November 3, 2014News Brief
Increased worker health and productivity offers a strong financial incentive for employers to adopt green design features, according to a recent report.
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National Center for Healthy Housing Rates Green Building Systems
August 29, 2006News Analysis
The National Center for Healthy Housing (NCHH) has announced results of its evaluation of major national green building and indoor air quality standards.
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Sustainable Projects Increase Firm Profits
August 29, 2006News Analysis
Despite widespread beliefs to the contrary, sustainable building projects are more profitable than conventional projects-according to one internal study by HOK.
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Open Offices Engender Collaborative, Transparent Workplaces
October 5, 2011News Analysis
Open workspaces are increasingly popular, and thoughtful design can help ease the transition.
