Building for humanity, measured by biology.
The Nielsen Lab is an independent, interdisciplinary research center dedicated to advancing design systems and practices that are aligned with human biology to nurture individual and community health and well-being.
Building for humanity, measured by biology.
The Nielsen Lab is an independent, interdisciplinary research center dedicated to advancing design systems and practices that are aligned with human biology to nurture individual and community health and well-being.
About Us
Leading the paradigm shift from building for utility to building for humanity, the Nielsen Lab develops applied research on design principles and practices that advance human wellbeing. In service to the architectural, design and related fields, we conduct research and experimentation at the intersections of design, biology, anthropology, sociology, energy, and technology to understand how the built environment shapes the expression of physical, mental, cognitive and social health.
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Today’s Hotelier
Cutting Costs | How AI is reducing energy expenses in the hospitality industry
WorkLife
Aging workforce calls for a closer look at workplace design
I+s I Hear Design Podcast
The Business Case for Sustainability with Robert Siegel, Erin McDannald, and Steven South
Hotelier Magazine
A New Era, Transforming hotel operations with smart technology
Business of Furniture
Building Enclosure
Commercial Construction & Renovation
Smart Buildings Magazine
The rise of decentralized energy grids
Smart Infrastructure Magazine
The rise of decentralized energy grids
Spaces 4 Learning
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BUILDINGS
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to IT
Bridging IT and Smart Infrastructure: How AI-Driven Workflows are Reshaping IT Leadership
WorkLife
Propmodo
Smarter, Healthier Buildings Become a Strategic Edge for Modern Workplaces
Facility Executive
Transforming Workspaces With the Biohacking Revolution
Business of Furniture
officeinsight
MMQB
The AI Journal
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Facilities Dive
Yahoo
Hotel Management
IoT tech in hospitality: Making the right connections
Facilities Dive
MMQB
Business of Furniture
Hotel Management
IoT tech in hospitality: Making the right connections
Workplace Design
School Construction News
The Next Generation Campus: Designing Schools for Digital Natives
Commercial Property Executive
Industrial Wellness: Is It Here to Stay?
Design Journal
WGN Radio
Segment 3: The importance of illuminating spaces with both artistry and purpose
Fast Company
How to keep your company’s boomers happy by making the office Gen Z-friendly
Facility Management Journal
The AI Advantage Practical Insights for FMs
School Construction News
The Next Generation Campus: Designing Schools for Digital Natives
School Construction News
The Next Generation Campus: Designing Schools for Digital Natives
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White Papers
CO2 Monitoring for Healthier Workplaces: Reducing Sick Days and Boosting Productivity
Color Temperature and Inflammation: Understanding the Connection
Illuminating Collaboration: How Color Temperature and Light Intensity Influence Social Interaction
Particulate Matter in Indoor Environments: Inflammatory Load and Neuroinflammation
ROI of Lighting in Modern Workplaces
Smart Lighting for Neurodivergent-Friendly Spaces
The Impact of Light Flicker on Circadian Rhythm and Neuroinflammation
Indoor Air Quality and Chronic Disease: The Inflammation Catalyst
People
The Lab is led by Director Erin McDannald. McDannald is also CEO of lighting, environmental control and design companies: Lighting Environments, Elevated, Environments, and Furne.
An expert in lighting, data, and environmental controls, Erin McDannald’s work has evolved to operate at the intersection of biology, technology, and design. Her work explores how the built environment can support symbiotic systems that nurture both human health and the planet.
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