A healthy living community within an old vacant building

The implementation of a double-skinned façade and its influence on health and well-being in intergenerational residential buildings

Master thesis (2023)

Authors

A.A. Alhamad Architecture and the Built Environment

Contributors

M.J. Smit Architectural Technology - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
P.L. Tomesen Architectural Technology - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
A.J. Jenkins Environmental & Climate Design - Architecture and the Built Environment (graduation committee member)
Faculty
Architecture and the Built Environment, Architecture and the Built Environment
Copyright: © 2023 Alaa Alhamad
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Published Date

06-07-2023

Language

English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Abstract

This project aims to transform an old vacant office former tax building in Leeuwarden into a healthy living community, enhancing the health and well-being of its residents. By creating a welcoming environment with green spaces and amenities, the project promotes physical and mental well-being, community engagement, and high quality of life. The impact of a double-skinned façade on health and well-being is explored, focusing on natural light, ventilation, noise attenuation, and social spaces. With rising housing prices, this intervention targets the elderly, university students, and starters to address the housing crisis and provide adaptable healthy living housing options.