Quality of living
How can construction combine performance and sustainability, while making a positive contribution to the health and well-being of all?
The figures are staggering. In Asia, the Bangladesh capital Dhaka has recorded road traffic noise levels reaching 119 decibels, Moradabad in India ...
8 min
Why is it crucial to include health and well-being among the essential criteria for building performance? We’re starting to realize how much ...
3 min
What levers do you consider essential to both reduce the environmental impact of buildings and strengthen social equity(1) ? I distinguish two ...
5 min
Gone are the days when thermal comfort came down to adding extra heating or air-conditioning equipment. Nowadays, it’s a question of planning ahead ...
10 min
Vincent Kitio is an architect and energy expert committed to sustainable urban development, particularly in Africa. As Unit Leader for Urban Energy ...
5 min
You are Director of Architecture and Sustainability at Immobilière 3F. How important are sustainability issues for a social landlord like 3F? We are ...
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