Food and dining are core components in the quality in health- and long-term care settings. But beyond aesthetics and layout, little is known about how the performance characteristics of materials and finishes contribute to the experiential quality of dining spaces. A pre-/post- “refresh” study was conducted to assess the impact indoor environmental quality (acoustic, thermal, visual, and indoor air comfort) sensors and surveys in two adjacent dining spaces.

This study benefitted from a novel approach to collaborative partnerships AND evaluation techniques to study workforce and building performance. The results of this research carry regulatory, design, service, and workforce implications.