Somfy Systems, the manufacturer of motors for interior window coverings and exterior solar protections, has attained the Works with Well trademark for its motors and controls for motorized window shades through a licensing program offered by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) . The new trademark demonstrates that Somfy’s motors for window shades align with four health strategies, including L05.2 Daylight Design and three Materials Features within the WELL Building Standard (WELL). WELL is the world’s leading standard that focuses on advancing people’s health and well-being with a library of holistic, evidence-based strategies applicable across buildings, organizations, and communities. Developed over 10 years and backed by the latest scientific research, WELL outlines key building-level interventions and organizational strategies across 10 concept areas: Air, Water, Nourishment, Light, Movement, Thermal Comfort, Sound, Materials, Mind, and Community. The new trademark acknowledges how Somfy’s solutions are fostering healthier occupant environments through innovative product solutions, meeting the highest standards of performance and efficiency by creating indoor spaces that promote wellness and productivity. Somfy’s Motors and Controls work to support the WELL Building Standard’s Light and Materials concept and align with L05.2, X05.1, X06.2, X07.2 feature specifications. These alignments mean the product can contribute to the achievement of the following WELL features(s): L05.2 Integrate Solar Shading X05.1 Select Compliant Interior Furnishings X06.2 Restrict VOC Emissions from Furniture, Architectural and Interior Products X07.2 Select Products with Enhanced Ingredient Disclosure “We are pleased to share the exciting news that Somfy has attained the Works with Well designation, marking a significant milestone in our commitment to fostering healthier occupant environments through innovative product solutions,” said Ty Saville, VP of commercial specification, partnerships and lobbying at Somfy North America. “This designation is a testament to our dedication to providing products and solutions that not only meet but exceed the highest standards of performance and efficiency. This accomplishment would not have been possible without the collective effort and expertise of our team.”
