WELL Building Standard v2 (International WELL Building Institute)
The WELL Building Standard v2, administered by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), is the leading standard for buildings focused on human health and wellbeing. Over 46,000 WELL-registered and certified projects in 104 countries. WELL v2 covers 10 concepts: Air, Water, Nourishment, Light, Movement, Thermal Comfort, Sound, Materials, Mind, and Community. The standard includes requirements for smart building monitoring systems, data-driven indoor air quality management, and technology-enabled wellness programmes. WELL is often pursued alongside LEED for comprehensive green and healthy building certification.
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Framework Domains (4)
Air/Water/Nourishment
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WELLV-1 | Air, Water, Nourishment |
Light/Movement
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WELLV-2 | Light, Movement, Thermal Comfort |
Mind/Community
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WELLV-4 | Mind, Community, Innovations |
Sound/Materials
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| WELLV-3 | Sound, Materials |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is WELL Building Standard v2 (International WELL Building Institute)?
WELL Building Standard v2 (International WELL Building Institute) is a compliance framework from International (IWBI — 104 countries) with 4 domains and 4 controls. The WELL Building Standard v2, administered by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), is the leading standard for buildings focused on human health and wellbeing. Over 46,000 WELL-registered and certified projects in 104 countries. WELL v2 covers 10 concepts: Air, Water, Nourishment, Light, Movement, Thermal Comfort, Sound, Materials, Mind, and Community. The standard includes requirements for smart building monitoring systems, data-driven indoor air quality management, and technology-enabled wellness programmes. WELL is often pursued alongside LEED for comprehensive green and healthy building certification. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does WELL Building Standard v2 (International WELL Building Institute) have?
WELL Building Standard v2 (International WELL Building Institute) has 4 controls organised across 4 domains. The largest domains are Air/Water/Nourishment (1 controls), Light/Movement (1 controls), Mind/Community (1 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does WELL Building Standard v2 (International WELL Building Institute) map to?
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