An established body of research on the built environment highlights the importance of windows for daylight and a person’s well-being. But research also shows that windows provide a benefit beyond daylight penetration — they afford the opportunity for a person to view the outside world. Wayfind Edu Classrooms with a View and Student Outcomes is a briefing on what research shows (and we innately know) about the need for classrooms with a view. Plus, we’ll dive into the concept of biophilic design.… what?
Photo: HTH elementary, San Diego, CA.