Interiors optimized with the user in mind

Interiors that are optimized in terms of building physics and designed with the user in mind make a lasting contribution to preserving and improving the health, satisfaction, and performance of building users.  
 

We research, advise and assist in the following specialist areas

• Room acoustics and noise effects
• Air quality and hygiene
• Room climate and air conditioning
• Light and lighting
• Biophilia and greening
• Spatial psychology

Our highly interdisciplinary approach enables us to take an integral and multifaceted view of the different spheres of action.
 

We offer research and development services in the following areas

Sences

• Effect-related studies investigating the impact of lighting, acoustics and noise, odors and indoor climate on test subjects, employees and building users

Sensor technology

• Measurement of all building physics indoor parameters in accordance with standards and beyond in our laboratories and on site

Simulation

• Computer-aided variant studies as forecasting models for optimized interior quality
• Mapping room scenarios in mixed reality environments
• Auralization of different acoustic room situations
   

The types of rooms and buildings we consider include

• Office environments
• Residential buildings
• Hotels and gastronomy
• Educational institutions
• Historic, listed buildings
• Vehicle interiors

With the Office Initiative, Fraunhofer IBP coordinates a network of office operators, planning companies and manufacturers, thus enabling innovative solutions for modern working environments to be researched and developed together with our scientists.

We know: Interiors that have been optimized in terms of building physics demonstrably pay for themselves by reducing illnesses and productivity losses as well as by increasing user satisfaction and preserving health.

How can we help you design your interiors with the user in mind? Get in touch with us!