The research behind Sense Building

Sense Building and its platform come from research at the University of Cambridge into inclusive design and workplace wellbeing.

How everything started

Our methodology was developed through rigorous research conducted at the University of Cambridge led by Dr. Matteo Zallio and his team, supported by the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie funding from the European Union's research and innovation program. This extensive research involved both qualitative and quantitative studies, resulting in numerous peer-reviewed articles published in top scientific journals and presented at leading conferences worldwide. The insights gained from this research enabled the creation of an innovative methodology for measuring perceptions of inclusion and accessibility in various buildings. This methodology also evaluates the social return on investment resulting from changes made to enhance the quality of spaces. This offers a transformative approach for organizations striving to improve workplace inclusivity and ensure a more accessible environment for all.

"Our research team at the University of Cambridge identified a crucial gap in creating truly inclusive workplaces.
Through in-depth research, we developed a groundbreaking methodology that not only measures workplace inclusion but also objectively assesses the social return on investment. This innovative approach has been transformative, empowering organisations to foster inclusive environments that significantly enhance building users' experiences and drive business success.
Join the ranks of industry leaders who have revolutionised their workplaces with our cutting-edge research and insights."

 

Cambridge Principal Investigator

Our latest research

To access some of our academic publications, hover over the titles below and click to read the articles.

On inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in civil engineering and architechtural design. A review of assessment tools

The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility audit. A post-occupancy evaluation method to help design the buildings of tomorrow

A study to depict challenges and opportunities building industry professionals face when designing inclusive and accessible buildings

Towards a people-first engineering design approach. A comprehensive ontology for designing inclusive environtments

Inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility in the built environment: A study of architectural design practice

On inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in civil engineering and architechtural design. A review of assessment tools

The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility audit. A post-occupancy evaluation method to help design the buildings of tomorrow

A study to depict challenges and opportunities building industry professionals face when designing inclusive and accessible buildings

Towards a people-first engineering design approach. A comprehensive ontology for designing inclusive environments.

Inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility in the built environment: A study of architectural design practice

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