Upon the work of the commission chaired by Andrija Stampar, the "World Health Organization (WHO) Constitution" came into force on April 7, 1948, with the approval of 26 member countries. April 7, the date on which the WHO Constitution came into force, is celebrated as 'World Health Day' every year.
The World Health Organization and its affiliated social organizations carry out necessary studies for the prevention of health problems, early detection, improvement of conditions, and quality and accessibility of health. Within the scope of “April 7 World Health Day”, which is celebrated every year, the theme related to health is handled with different aspects and it is aimed to raise awareness on this issue around the world.
In this period when the importance of our health is emphasized more if we evaluate health in terms of the spaces we live in. When the variables that need to be considered in this framed space are examined, we come across various parameters that we need to pay attention to.
Variables to Consider for Healthy Interiors
While the quality of the space is of great importance for the users in interior spaces to maintain a healthy life, healthy spaces are identified with healthy users. For this reason, various variables should be considered when designing spaces.
The Building Biology and Ecology Institute states that each individual involved in the design of the building is responsible for the construction of the building and its environmental effects. According to this institute, it is necessary to pay attention to some basic principles for the formation of healthy structures. These basic principles help the building to be designed in ideal conditions.
Some of the basic principles to be considered in the design of healthy structures
Providing ideal surface and air temperatures indoors,
Providing natural light, lighting, and color environment,
Keeping sound and vibrations under control,
Designing buildings with breathable facades,
Ensuring the natural control of the humidity in the indoor air,
Ensuring the filtration and neutralization of harmful substances in the air,
Measured thermal insulation and heat storage,
Ensuring both low and rapidly decreasing humidity in new buildings,
Natural light, lighting, and a color environment should be provided.
Apart from these generally stated items, the important conditions that will provide a healthy space can be evaluated under four different headings. These; lighting level, acoustic comfort, thermal comfort, and indoor air quality.
