All Human factors articles
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FeaturesCreating communities for all: Jenny Buterchi on PRP’s vision for age-inclusive living
As part of BD’s Boomers to Zoomers series, Mary Richardson went to talk to Jenny Buterchi, partner at PRP and lead of the firm’s Later Living team, to learn more about her vision for design and placemaking that better serve the needs of an ageing population
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OpinionHarnessing daylight: The overlooked key to biophilic workplace design
There is a reason we feel motivated and inspired when outside, in large open spaces, and surrounded by nature. We evolved for thousands of years alongside the natural light of the sun and have grown to work and respond to those conditions. This human truth is the foundation of biophilic ...
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Information - BDCPD 10 2024: Understanding overheating in homes
This module – sponsored by indoor climate specialists Zehnder Group UK – will explore the factors that contribute to overheating in residential projects alongside the relevant regulations and ventilation solutions that can help combat rising temperatures
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OpinionThe Coach: How do we deal with bereavement at work?
Experiences with grief highlight the need for workplaces to improve their support for bereavement, writes Louise Rodgers
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OpinionHow to create a family friendly workplace that supports your staff during the summer holidays and beyond
Balancing work and family life during summer holidays is challenging for parents and carers, but creating a supportive workplace can make a significant difference, writes Jimmy Bent
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NewsHousing providers and charities urge government to adopt accessibility standards for new-build homes
The Centre for Ageing Better says 250,000 more accessible homes could have been built if the previous government had adopted the regulations
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OpinionWhy we should be transforming struggling shopping centres into sustainable urban hubs
Could large shopping centres become dynamic, vibrant, mixed-use, live-work communities in the future? What are the factors that could drive this transformation, and why might it be desirable, asks Matt Bowker
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FeaturesElevating access: Stannah integrates a 21st-century lift into a 19th-century icon
A narrow ventilation shaft, a 334-step climb and a historic tilt – Building Design speaks to Stannah Lifts about the accessibility challenges overcome in the Elizabeth Tower’s ambitious restoration
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NewsNorman Foster showcases scalable housing concept for vulnerable communities
Developed in collaboration with Holcim, the initiative hopes to provide sustainable and resilient homes for low-income or displaced communities
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OpinionBiodiversity net gain: A crucial but complex step towards nature recovery
The final part of the government’s biodiversity net gain legislation came into force earlier this year. Martin Jones, looks at what this means for developers and designers
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NewsUxbridge Bower: Reimagining the ‘granny annexe’
In Uxbridge, West London, Bureau de Change redefines the traditional annexe with Uxbridge Bower, a compact yet elegant pavilion that fosters intergenerational living
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FeaturesKeeping user experiences enjoyable and secure
A positive user experience in buildings is a cornerstone of modern design and architecture, fostering environments where people feel safe, engaged, and inspired. It transcends mere aesthetics, delving into the functional and emotional aspects of how individuals interact with a space. When a building is designed with the user in ...
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FeaturesCPD 05 2024: An introduction to hostile vehicle mitigation
Although terrorist attacks are rare, public spaces are being increasingly viewed as attractive targets for terrorist organisations. This module – sponsored by Marshalls – will explore designing for security and the installation considerations for mitigating hostile vehicle attacks. Deadline for completion Friday 19 July 2024. .
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OpinionShielding silence: The case for measured data in acoustic glazing
As noise pollution in urban areas becomes increasingly critical to public health, Phil Brown outlines the case for using measured data as standard for acoustic glazing
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OpinionWhy terraces and modern back to backs are making a comeback
With the potential to offer a strong sense of community and efficient use of land, these traditional typologies are often attractive to residents and developers, writes Matt Bowker
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NewsImproving access to Hugh Broughton Architects’ Clifford’s Tower restoration would have had ‘catastrophic impact’
Architects respond to project being pulled out of RIBA Yorkshire Building of the Year
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Building StudyUnder The Big Roof… Charity unites generations and nurtures skills that last a lifetime
Forest School Camps required a new hub where volunteers of all ages could meet and work together. Mole Architects and Invisible Studio delivered, writes Ben Flatman
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FeaturesBoomers to Zoomers: Designing for the Generations
As BD launches its new campaign, Ben Flatman sets out the challenges and themes that it will explore
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OpinionWhy we need an intergenerational approach to urban design and architecture
Ben Flatman introduces BD’s new ‘Boomers to Zoomers: Designing for the Generations’ campaign
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OpinionDesigning buildings for good mental health requires real changes to policy
Alex O’dell urges the building industry to do more to create places that promote health and wellbeing