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Sick building syndrome: is there a way forward?

By: Language: English Series: Property Management ; 9(2) Spring 1991, 157-161(5)Publication details: 1991Subject(s): Summary: The article undertakes a definition of sick building syndrome and an exploration of its causes and ill effects, in an attempt to clarify a situation which is beset by vaguery, controversy and subjectivity. Problems of building design and maintenance are discussed, with air conditioning , artificial lighting and indoor pollution all subject to scrutiny. Areas for further research are identified and comments on future directions given.

The article undertakes a definition of sick building syndrome and an exploration of its causes and ill effects, in an attempt to clarify a situation which is beset by vaguery, controversy and subjectivity. Problems of building design and maintenance are discussed, with air conditioning , artificial lighting and indoor pollution all subject to scrutiny. Areas for further research are identified and comments on future directions given.