Adopting a people-led approach to office design can both improve employee experience as well as boost a company's sustainability credentials under the BREEAM accreditation system.
Putting individual occupant needs at the forefront allows designers to enrich workspace ergonomics, comfort, accessibility, safety and overall wellness. This directly supports a business's people strategy centred on attraction, retention and engagement of talent.
Additionally, the focus on human-centric factors within the design process inherently influences sustainability outcomes assessed by BREEAM. For example, maximising natural light, integrating biophilic elements like plants and water features, ensuring excellent indoor air quality, and promoting active lifestyles through the provision of stairs and recreation spaces.
People-led design also equates to spaces that are adaptable to changing usage needs over time. This facilitates efficient use of materials and resources - aligning with waste reduction and circular economy principles which contribute to enhanced BREEAM performance.
