The effect of physical structure on working and personal behavior

Abstract

Changing business practices and global market demands are placing intense pressure for more intelligent buildings. Since employees are influenced by their physical and work place environment, the purpose of this research is to examine the effect and influence of a new 'intelligent' school building at a higher educational institution on working, and personal behavior. A 3 part questionnaire assessed the physical condition, working behavior, and personal behavior on end users. Results indicated that the perception of the end users towards the physical structure affected both working and personal behavior.