Spacestor has detailed information on all of our products, for each of the following sustainability standards: WELL, LEED, BREEAM, LBC (Living Building Challenge) and SKA.
A brief overview below details what these standards measure on and where they are focused:
WELL – a globally recognized standard that focuses on the product and its impact, with the aim of enhancing human health and wellbeing through building design and operations. Ten concepts are encompassed within this: Air, Water, Nourishment, Light, Movement, Thermal Comfort, Sound, Materials, Mind and Community.
LEED – Developed by the US, and used worldwide, this standard is a green building certification, which looks at the overall project, from façade through to furniture, and focuses on the product in the context of the building. Energy efficiency, water conservation and materials selection are some of the key areas majored on in this standard.
BREEAM – This is a UK-created standard and isn’t found so much as other standards, outside of the UK. It has many of the same focus areas as LEED, and the two are mutually recognized. BREEAM assesses the environmental performance of new buildings, emphasizing energy efficiency and occupant wellbeing.
LBC – The Living Building Challenge is a rigorous performance standard for buildings, promoting regenerative design across seven categories called ‘Petals’. These are Place, Water, Energy, Health & Happiness, Materials, Equity and Beauty.
SKA – An environmental assessment protocol tool for sustainable fitouts, SKA focuses on good practice measures in areas like energy, materials and waste for office spaces, looking at the contributions across the project. It looks at the entire life of the product or product part, taking into account how sustainably it can be disposed of at the end of life, as well as processes such as installation.
By working towards these standards, it ensures that you will achieve a recognized level of sustainability in your project, as well as creating a space that supports the physical and mental wellbeing of colleagues, with minimal damage to the environment. The organizations of today that are prioritizing employee welfare and sustainability are the ones building resilience and trust, and signaling their care and commitment to their people, and responsible practices.
While the topic of sustainability, and particularly these standards, is complex, we offer a wealth of resources and guidance to help our clients confidently navigate their sustainability journey — ensuring they stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.
We would love to support you in reaching standard goals in your project. Please feel free to reach out to your rep, who will be able to provide information on each product, by standard and criterion point, with the backing evidence, so you can make the responsible choice for your people and the planet.
