Fresh air kinder hub / Intan Bayani Zakaria ... [et al.]

Indoor air pollution is a major concern for the health and well-being of occupants in various types of buildings. Kindergarten buildings are particularly vulnerable to indoor air pollution due to the presence of young children who are more sensitive to air pollutants. The importance of internal layout and spatial organization in early childhood education environments is underscored by the philosophy of fostering active learning in children. However, in the specific context of kindergarten design in Malaysia, a noteworthy challenge emerges. Many private kindergartens operate in buildings not intended for education. The change in use of building contributes to poor IAQ. Thus, developing a physical setting framework that targets indoor air pollution is crucial for promoting healthy indoor environments. The aim of this innovation is to provide guidance on spatial arrangement for kindergarten. A physical setting framework is designed based on identified sources of indoor air pollution to improve indoor air quality. The development of the framework using primary and secondary data and the usability evaluation of the framework are by experts. The physical setting framework which includes orientation, occupancy, floor plan depth, window opening, window to wall ratio, ventilation system and location can contribute to the improvement of indoor air quality in kindergartens at shop office buildings.