How we build our homes has a profound impact on the environment and on human health. This LIAS project explores how sustainable materials can shape healthier, more resilient homes for the future. Bringing together expertise from materials science, architecture, engineering, environmental sciences, and health research, it focuses on low‑carbon, circular, and bio‑based materials that reduce environmental impact while improving indoor air quality, thermal comfort, and overall well-being.

Particular attention is given to the full life cycle of building materials—from sourcing and production to use, reuse, and end‑of‑life—and to how design choices influence long‑term health, energy use, and affordability. By fostering interdisciplinary exchange, this initiative aims to support the development of homes that are not only climate‑neutral but also safe, comfortable, and supportive of healthy living.