Published in 2/2020 - Rules

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Housing researcher: “Natural light affects the perceived spaciousness and adaptability of an apartment”

How does natural light affect the quality of living? We asked Sini Saarimaa, doctoral researcher focussing on residential preferences, to comment the article by Jori Uusitalo and Valentin Valotie – read "The Pursuit of a Bright Apartment" here.

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