Why the Human in the Building?

The world has shifted dramatically—it's more than the pandemic or environmental concerns; we've entered a new era.
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ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) has evolved from a "nice-to-have" into a crucial element that influences every facet of business. This includes attracting talent, impacting the share prices of global corporations, boosting productivity, and driving profit.

It's imperative that your buildings mirror this change. They should be designed not just to house people, but to empower them to excel in their work.

Real estate investors, designers, and deliverers are now zeroing in on a new priority: The Human Element in Buildings.

Is your building human-centric enough to meet the needs of the humans working within it?

We are here to help you find that solution.

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Articles

November 1, 2023

Engineering Sustainable Office Buildings: Prioritising People over Business

In the first of three articles on “The Human in the Building”, Metec takes a closer look at the challenges around encouraging office workers to return to the office and how building design might provide solutions.

November 7, 2023

The Role of Human-Centric Design in your Building

In the second of our articles on “The Human in the Building”, the Metec team expands on the relationship between people and the building in which they work, and how that relationship has changed in recent times.

November 12, 2023

Taking a Human-First Approach to Building Design for your ESG Strategy

In the last of our three articles on “The Human in the Building”, the Metec team reveals how applying the right design thinking in a commercial building can help property owners as well as businesses to achieve their ESG objectives.