Now that most of us are working, living, exercising and doing anything and everything from home, we are experiencing the impact of the design of our living environments on our well-being, both physically and mentally more than ever. Things we overlooked in our homes, like the little balcony which we thought was a nice addition to the flat, has now become our main living space, an essential part of our well-being amidst self-isolation. But can design really make us happier and healthier? Research shows that 1 in 4 people is likely to suffer from depression each year in the UK. How is our built environment responding to the physical and mental wellbeing requirements of occupants? What do regulations say (and don't say)?
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Dolunay is an Architecture graduate from the Welsh School of Architecture and founder of INVOLVED. She is passionate about giving a voice to students and younger people in the profession. She has experience working in TV and Radio where she produced and presented shows and currently works as an Architectural Assistant. She likes talking, writing, painting, cooking and is famous for her hummus making skills.
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