NEW APPROACH TO BUILDING DESIGN
REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A HEALTHIER FUTURE
Living in damp and mouldy homes increases our risk of asthma by
40%, and unless we act now we risk endangering our health as a
result. Research from the VELUX Group has revealed the need to
rethink building design and renovation to avoid a future increase of
children suffering from asthma or allergies.
The Indoor Generation survey was conducted across 14 countries
(including the UK), unveiling around 16,000 people’s perceptions
of the way they live their lives and what contributes to their
personal health. The survey unearthed an alarming misconception
that the vast majority of people in Britain (62%) believe indoor air
is just as polluted or cleaner than outdoor air. It also revealed a
lack of understanding about the importance of adequate natural
ventilation.
VELUX hopes to raise awareness of the importance of designing
healthy buildings that are well ventilated and enjoy both good
daylight and fresh air.
Jim Coates, Director at VELUX, said: “Public buildings are just as
important to consider as homes. Many offices have been designed
with windows which do not open, leading to ‘sick building
syndrome’ where carbon dioxide and viruses remain trapped in
buildings with no means of escape. And whilst there is compelling
research which demonstrates the positive impact which both
daylight and ventilation has on exam results, for example, there is
no clear legislation to influence change for the better.
The Indoor Generation refers to a growing number of people who
spend the vast majority of their time indoors – currently 90% of
their lives – compared to previous generations.
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