woonmilieu
Woonmilieu is a Dutch term describing the living environment, the set of physical, social, and organizational conditions in which people live. The concept is used in architecture, urban planning, housing policy, and welfare research to understand how dwelling and surrounding context influence daily life, health, safety, and social participation. A woonmilieu encompasses the dwelling itself (layout, size, accessibility, indoor climate, acoustics, safety), the immediate outdoor space (garden or courtyard, lighting, noise), and the broader neighborhood (services, connectivity, green space, social networks).
Key components include physical design, environmental quality, and social and institutional factors. The aim is to
Assessment of a woonmilieu combines resident feedback, site inspections, and objective indicators such as thermal comfort,
In practice, woonmilieu informs housing standards, care planning, urban renewal, and sustainability programs, with attention to