Designing clerestory zones with unobstructed windows around a space allows the natural light needed into interiors, thereby reducing stress while raising spirits—individually and collectively.

Mental well-being is predominately affected by comfort within a given space and can be impacted by factors like acoustics, glare, and other “distractions.” As designers, we are presented with the opportunity to improve people’s lives, balancing both the qualitative and quantitative to address the essence and impact..