Quantifying the Effects of Window View Features on Occupant Satisfaction: A Multilevel Analysis of Contributing Factors

This research investigates how objective attributes (e.g., window size, view amount) and descriptive environmental qualities (e.g., naturalness, coherence, aesthetics) relate to subjective satisfaction with window views. A preliminary analysis using distribution-based scatterplots revealed that both indoor and outdoor attributes contribute to view satisfaction, with outdoor features, particularly aesthetic quality and view access, showing the strongest associations. These findings highlight the significance of both architectural design and the external environment in shaping user experience. The study emphasises the need to consider functional, physical, and perceptual qualities in evidence-based design. The results contribute to the broader discourse on daylighting and environmental quality (also considering how the view out is addressed in the LEED protocol or in the EN 17037), offering a more nuanced understanding of what constitutes a “good view” and informing strategies for designing healthier, more satisfying indoor environments.