WELL Building Standard

WELL Building Standard

Organization

International WELL Building Institute

Type(s) of Tool

Rating SystemsProvide quantifiable sustainability ratings and / or certification for projects or assets.

Sector(s)

Health, Buildings

Lifecycle Phase(s)

Project PlanningGeneral strategy for a project’s delivery is developed., Concept DesignTechnical experts broadly outline the project’s basic characteristics., Detailed DesignTechnical experts further elaborate the Concept Design., ConstructionThe asset is constructed in line with design, budget and timeline., Operation and MaintenanceInfrastructure assets are managed and maintained during their use time.

Open Source

Yes

Language Availability

English

Country of Origin

USA

Version

2.0

Description

The WELL Building Standard assesses and rates the performance of buildings in delivering spaces that enhance human health and wellbeing. Thereby, the tool aims to support buildings and organizations in delivering more thoughtful and intentional spaces by setting performance standards for design interventions, operational protocols and policies and a commitment to fostering a culture of health and wellness. The tool rates buildings’ performance using individualized, point-based scorecards depending on the use and occupational structure of the building (owner-occupied or rented).

Tool Outcome

Projects pursuing WELL Certification can earn points based on performance outcomes for various policy, design and operational strategies. Assessment is based on individualized scorecards and can lead to certification (Bronze – Silver – Gold – Platinum).

Sustainability Criteria

WELL assesses the performance of buildings across a broad set of mandatory and optional criteria organized in ten concepts:
– Air
– Water
– Nourishment
– Light
– Movement
– Thermal comfort
– Sound
– Materials
– Mind
– Community

Link to Product

https://www.wellcertified.com/certification/v2/