Pre-Design Studies for Healthy Building

We assess project viability, site conditions, and regulatory requirements for successful outcomes.

1. IEQ Strategy Development

   • Define project-specific IEQ goals aligned with WELL, Fitwel, LEED, RESET, or custom performance criteria.

   • Recommend IEQ performance benchmarks (e.g., target air exchange rates, acoustic thresholds, daylight factors).

2. Site and Climate Assessment

   • Evaluate site conditions (wind, sun, pollution, noise sources) to inform building orientation, form, and envelope design.

   • Assess potential environmental risks like radon zones or urban heat islands.

3. Occupant Health & Wellness Programming

   • Conduct stakeholder engagement (visioning sessions, surveys, workshops) to understand occupant needs and sensitivities.

   • Define space types and functions with a focus on thermal comfort, daylight access, acoustics, and air quality.Ensure project adherence to local building codes, zoning laws, and permitting requirements.

4. Material and Systems Guidance

   • Advise on low-emission materials, finishes, and construction methods.

   • Recommend healthy HVAC concepts (e.g., demand-controlled ventilation, dedicated outdoor air systems).

   • Integrate filtration, humidity control, and passive design strategies.

5. Indoor Air Quality Risk Assessment

   • Identify potential sources of indoor air pollution from proposed building use, materials, or equipment.

   • Recommend strategies to prevent sick building syndrome or moisture intrusion from the outset.

6. Preliminary Modeling & Simulation Support

   • Collaborate with design teams to conduct early-phase simulations.

   • Energy modeling.

   • Daylight modeling.

   • Airflow/ventilation modeling.

   • Thermal comfort scenarios.

   • Acoustic planning.

7. Design Brief & Guidelines Documentation

   • Develop an IEQ-focused design brief for architects, engineers, and interior designers.

   • Ensure clear integration of health-based metrics in RFPs and project specs.

8. Health-Focused Certification Support

   • Outline pathways and feasibility for certifications like WELL, Fitwel, or LEED Indoor Environmental Quality credits.

   • Align IEQ goals with ESG or organizational wellness strategies.