What is it about?
A survey using a set of questionnaire was conducted at two selected residential colleges in the University of Malaya to gauge the satisfaction level of residents towards an existing internal courtyard.
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Why is it important?
Past research on the benefits of internal courtyards has been scientifically proven, however, the results seemed disreputable in terms of its satisfaction by occupants of a building. It is evident that the majority of respondents at both colleges have given positive feedback on the satisfaction of the building layout quality, comfort level in terms of the natural daylighting, thermal comfort and indoor air quality as well as the degree of their work productivity.
Perspectives
These findings indicate that the internal courtyard is relevant to be applied when designing a building, particularly low-rise residential buildings in the equatorial climate region.
Associate Professor Dr Hazreena Hussein
University of Malaya
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This page is a summary of: Satisfaction of Residents Towards Internal Courtyard Buildings, Journal of Design and Built Environment, January 2018, Univ. of Malaya,
DOI: 10.22452/jdbe.vol18no2.6.
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