The rise of building wellness certifications like WELL and Fitwel is directly influencing commercial real estate. These standards have rigorous lighting criteria focused on visual acuity, circadian support, glare control, and access to daylight. As developers and landlords seek «WELL Certified» plaques to attract premium tenants and command higher rents, they are driving specification of advanced lighting systems. This creates a strong market pull for tunable-white fixtures, advanced daylight-harvesting controls, and meticulous lighting design plans. It positions lighting not as a cost, but as a value-adding investment in human capital. This trend is professionalizing the specification process and moving high-quality, health-focused lighting from a luxury to a measurable asset in corporate real estate portfolios.
The Wellness Real Estate Premium: Certified Healthy Lighting in Buildings
