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Are We Designing Windows All Wrong? The Hidden Flaw in Modern Building Standards – Ep 80 with Michael Kent

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In this episode of Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski welcomes back Michael Kent from the Singapore University of Social Sciences. As the very first guest of the podcast, Michael’s groundbreaking work in building science helped inspire the show itself. Now, he returns to dive deep into an overlooked yet crucial aspect of building design: view clarity.Michael unpacks his latest research on how the quality of our view—beyond just having a window—affects our well-being, productivity, and even social equity. He breaks down the three key components of view clarity: obstructions, content, and the observer. Plus, he reveals surprising insights on how electrochromic glass, shades, and even our age impact what we perceive through a window.If you're an architect, designer, or anyone passionate about human-centric spaces, this conversation is a must-listen!Where To Find Us:https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/www.advancedglazings.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcastwww.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625https://twitter.com/bbfhpodhttps://twitter.com/Solera_Daylighthttps://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltdhttps://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd

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