Construction Specifier

AUGUST 26, 2020

The influence of the acoustic environment on the overall occupant satisfaction is objectively borne out in an analysis of the 2005 American Housing Survey, which found “the most dramatic impact on residential satisfaction comes from hearing neighbors through the floors, walls, or ceiling.”

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IIC Residential Environment Certification 82

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

There are dozens of boxes to check and considerations to be made when designing and specifying a commercial environment. Evidence-based design indicates that a calm, quiet environment is critical to cognitive health, and flooring can significantly contribute to or reduce unwanted ambient noise.

Environment 59

Environment Education Accidents Products 59

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

While most companies prefer the lower cost of an open workspace environment, there is a need for smaller designated areas for very different, specific tasks. 2,3 Simultaneously, persistent discomfort of an unpleasant environment can cause decreased morale and job satisfaction or poor academic performance.

IIC 64

IIC Consulting Environment Products 64

Construction Specifier

JULY 9, 2021

Organizations need to implement strategies to not only keep staff safe and healthy, but also happy and productive enough within their working environment that they actually want to come in. As companies start to bring—or attempt to draw—them back to the office, occupant satisfaction is more important than ever.

Equity 52

Equity IIC Organization Office 52