This project, led by Prof. Catherine Gorlé, aims to (1) better understand the implementation challenges of natural cooling, and (2) design solutions and policies to address them by working closely with occupants, building designers, and policy makers.
Read MoreThe Hybrid Physical+Digital Spaces (HPDS) collaboration is developing an intelligent home sensing system to help older adults age in place and ease the strain on healthcare systems. We aim to design ambient intelligence within built environments to support older adult care as well as provide upskilling of personal health aides to improve their career opportunities and outcomes.
Read MoreThis study explores the multidimensional impacts of sustainable retrofits on older adult resident wellbeing. We aim to develop actionable insights and a framework for future human-centric sustainable retrofit design.
Read MoreThe outdoor views provided by windows has been shown to positively impact cognitive performance, emotional wellbeing, recovery, and overall satisfaction with the built environment. This project explores the impact of view out on the wellbeing of elderly residents in an affordable housing building in San Francisco.
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