Buildings are not just places to live and work – they are places to thrive. “Sick building
syndrome” and other poor health outcomes of time spent indoors highlights the gap
between building design and peak wellbeing. Healthy Building Design fills this gap through
the careful planning of spaces that help people be their best – mentally, emotionally and
physically. Corporate offices have blazed a trail in creating healthier buildings for their
employees. But individual wellbeing has now become a top goal for new residential builds
and renovations. Many opportunities therefore exist for adding health and wellness supports
to new and established buildings.

Transitioning to healthier buildings adds value to homes, offices and community spaces by
helping people perform at peak health and wellness. Anchor designs for health by providing
building occupants with: