Packaging the interior environment

2010 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 54-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tim Bachman
Keyword(s):  
Interior Environment

Regeneration of Precast Panel Buildings in Terms of its Effect on Daylight

2013 ◽  
Vol 649 ◽  
pp. 113-116
Author(s):  
Daniela Bošová ◽  
Lenka Janečková
Keyword(s):  
Energy Efficiency ◽  
Thermal Insulation ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Performance Requirements ◽  
Ecological Performance ◽  
Interior Environment

The regeneration of precast panel buildings is very often connected with a complete reconstruction of the existing external skin. This involves, in particular, the replacement of window openings, the installation of additional contact thermal insulation or modifications of projecting structures, including loggia glazing and, last but not least, changes in the colour shading of the surface façade layer. These interventions undoubtedly contribute to improved energy efficiency of the building, but secondary negative effects on the interior environment in terms of the daylight level must also be considered. As the aim is to modernise such buildings to reduce their energy, economic and ecological performance requirements, the maximum utilisation of daylight in the interior is one of non-negligible aspects.

Environmental Design for Individuals with Schizophrenia: An Assessment Tool

1992 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 35-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Betsy S. Gabb ◽  
Kathryn Speicher ◽  
Kathleen Lodl
Keyword(s):  
Assessment Tool ◽  
Environmental Design ◽  
Psychiatric Facility ◽  
Similar Treatment ◽  
Appropriate Behavior ◽  
Supportive Environment ◽  
Dysfunctional Behavior ◽  
Treatment Facilities ◽  
Interior Environment

The design of an interior environment may be expected to either contribute to dysfunctional behavior or support appropriate behavior to varying degrees. Based on the recognition of the need for change, this paper describes the process that was used by a public psychiatric facility to create a supportive environment of stabilization for individuals with schizophrenia and presents an assessment tool for the evaluation of similar treatment facilities.

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