Daikin's WELL Platinum first
Daikin Park Brisbane, developed by Goodman, has become Australia's first industrial project to earn WELL Platinum Core Certification. The rating is awarded by the International WELL Building Institute.
What is WELL Platinum Core Certification and does it affect how industrial builds are done in Australia?
Relevant to builders and HVAC contractors. WELL certification standards may increasingly influence how industrial facilities are designed and built in Australia.
Key takeaways
- Daikin Park Brisbane is Australia's first industrial project to achieve WELL Platinum Core Certification.
- The certification is issued by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI).
- The facility was developed by Goodman in Brisbane, QLD.
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