Cross-tabulation Analysis of the Impact of University Students on IEQ Factors

Junpeng Lyu; Michael Pitt

doi:10.31181/jopi31202535

Authors

Junpeng Lyu Department of The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, University College London, London, United Kingdom Author https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8755-5313
Michael Pitt Department of The Bartlett School of Sustainable Construction, University College London, London, United Kingdom Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7643-6113

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31181/jopi31202535

Keywords:

Thermal comfort, Indoor environmental quality, University students

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) factors—thermal environment, indoor air quality, lighting, and acoustics—on university students' satisfaction. Conducted at University College London (UCL), the research employs a mixed-method approach, combining subjective assessments through questionnaires with objective measurements of environmental conditions. The findings reveal that students exhibit higher satisfaction with cooler indoor environments during spring, with thermal comfort significantly influencing their overall satisfaction. Indoor air quality, particularly air movement and relative humidity, also plays a crucial role, with students preferring neutral conditions. Acoustic and lighting environments further impact satisfaction, with a notable preference for brighter lighting despite overall contentment with current levels. The study underscores the complex interplay between various IEQ factors and their collective influence on students' well-being, highlighting the need for tailored environmental designs in educational settings to enhance student satisfaction.

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