We have gained the Fitwel Ambassador certification!
Fitwel is a premier benchmarking and certification system for optimising building design and operations to support health and wellbeing not only in buildings (residential and non-residential), but extending into communities. It includes policies for mental health, social interaction and increases civic trust.
The Centre for Active Design is the 3rd party certification.
As a Fitwel Ambassador she is well-versed in the connection between design, health & wellness and occupants’ experience and have a clear understanding of how to integrate the strategies into projects.
There are 7 Impact Categories
Impacts community health
Reduces morbidity and absenteeism
Social equity for vunerable populations
Increases physical activity
Promtes occupants safety
Provides healthy food options
Fitwel certification
* incorporate 55+ operational, policy and design strategies
* is based on 3000+ evidence based research studies
* is suitable for existing buildings and new, for all types of buildings, excluding single dwelling.
* is cost effectiveDesign Certifications and Build Certifications
* uses dynamic weighted points system
* has no prerequisites
* is applicable across portfolios
Certification goes beyound the envelope and is divided into 12 sections
Location
Access
Outdoor spaces
Entrances and Ground Floors
Stairs / Stairwells
Indoor Environments
Workspaces / Dwellings
Shared spaces
Water supply
Grocery Stores, Cafes and Prepared Food Retail
Vending machines / Snack Bars / Micromarkets
Emergency Procedures
https://fitwel.org/certification/
If you would like more information, please contact us.
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