Architecture and Sustainability: Integrating Health Performance Indicators in Sustainable Architecture — A Comprehensive Study on Enhancing Human Well-Being and Environmental Efficiency

Xinyi Tian

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¹ University of College London, London WC1E 6BT, United Kingdom,

JARD 2024 , 8(6), 24–29; https://doi.org/10.26689/jard.v8i6.8972

© 2024 by the Authors. Licensee Whioce Publishing, Singapore. This article is an open access article distributed under the terms and conditions of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ )

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.

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