How the WELL Building Standard Has Changed

The WELL Building Standard is an innovative certification program focused on occupant well-being, and it’s preparing for some exciting new changes. Founded by Delos and the International Well Building Institute (IWBI), WELL launched in 2014 with the goal of creating a universal standard that promoted healthier environments for humans, and since then it’s broken new … Read more

Take a look at how the Well Living Lab is changing the way we live indoors.

The homepage of the Well Living Lab’s site poses a simple yet thought-provoking question. “How much time do you spend indoors every day?” The American average is quite surprising: over 21 hours. While spending more time outdoors is an ideal solution, for millions of people––everyone from office workers to students––getting plenty of outside time isn’t … Read more

These WELL Certified buildings are amazing examples of human-first design

The WELL Building Standard is relatively new, but it’s already made a huge impact. Namely, it has raised the bar for eco-friendly building certifications that benefit both human occupants and the larger environment. It prioritizes biophilic design that optimizes human wellness, and as such it’s helping architects and designers shift their mindsets to create more … Read more