Applications of Biometrics in Architectural and Environmental Design

Abstract

Biometrics is the collection, measurement, and analysis of both physical and behavioral attributes in individuals. While the evaluation of physical traits is commonly employed for authentication purposes, the investigation of quantifiable behavioral characteristics is utilized to observe and measure how individuals react to their environment. Depending on the focus of a study, there may also be a gathering of valence data to be correlated with the physical response data. Biometric measurements can serve as a solid foundation for architects and designers to make data-driven decisions throughout the design process. In cases involving existing structures, biometric data can be applied for post-occupancy analysis, in conjunction with standard methods.