Post occupancy perception of acoustics, ventilation and overheating within residential dwellings

There is an inter-relationship between acoustics, ventilation and overheating, therefore it is important to consider them together when designing a building. However, it is common for buildings to be designed with conflicting strategies on acoustics, ventilation and overheating. There is also a lack of understanding on residents’ perceptions on each issue which raises the questions ‘would residents be satisfied with their living conditions if the building met all the criteria set out for acoustics, ventilation and overheating?’ and, therefore, are the levels set appropriately?