Air Quality

The air we breathe at work, at school, or at home is rarely top of mind - until people start feeling persistently tired or something begins to bother them. Carbon dioxide, humidity, temperature, and volatile compounds are all factors that have measurable effects on health and performance, even if we do not notice them right away. Lota maps the air quality in the space, analyses what is affecting it, and helps you turn the problem into a strength.

Negative influencer vs. positive influencer

Poor air quality is a silent negative influencer. When ventilation is inadequate, humidity too low, or temperature outside the comfort range, people feel fatigue and heaviness - often without connecting it to the environment. Good air quality reverses this and supports health, wellbeing, and performance in the space.

Fatigue and heaviness

When carbon dioxide builds up and ventilation is inadequate, people often feel tired and have difficulty concentrating long before they connect it to the air itself. Lota measures the situation, identifies the cause, and helps you respond before the problem becomes part of everyday strain.

Air that is too dry and increased illness

In Iceland, indoor air often becomes very dry during the winter months, sometimes with very low humidity. When cold outdoor air is heated, the moisture level drops even further. Air that is too dry can weaken the mucous membranes and reduce the body’s defenses against infection. Research suggests that better humidity balance supports health and wellbeing more effectively and may, in some workplace settings, be linked to lower sickness absence.

Too warm - and performance drops

The comfort temperature for office work is generally around 21-24°C. When the temperature rises above that range, performance often starts to decline. Overheating is a negative influence: people adapt to the conditions and do not always notice the effects, but both performance and wellbeing show the signs.

Testimonials

Words from Our Clients

"VSÓ Consulting has for many years enjoyed a good collaboration with Lota on numerous and diverse projects, both in Iceland and Norway. Lota’s staff is easy to work with, and their attitude is always positive and professional."

"We have had a good collaboration with Lota. The staff is solution-oriented and works toward a common goal."

"Reykjanesbær has had a successful collaboration with Lota on several important projects. We are very pleased with the professional, precise, and timely service provided by Lota’s staff. They have proven to be reliable partners who strive to meet our needs with dedication and respect."

“We at exa nordic have had a successful collaboration with Lota Engineering on a wide variety of projects. These include the design of the Swan-certified preschool in Urriðaholt, the renewal of wind turbines in Þykkvibær, the parking and technical facility for the National University Hospital of Iceland (NLSH), and the design of the new high-security prison at Stóra Hraun. In addition, we have worked together on numerous competitions and various smaller projects, all of which have gone very well.”

"Arkís Architects and Lota have had a long and successful collaboration on many projects over the years. Such cooperation is very important to us and is key in the design of complex structures. The company’s staff is experienced and possesses strong expertise, which contributes to efficient and focused communication throughout the design process."

"We at HJARK had an excellent collaboration with Lota on the design of the Urriðaból II preschool in Urriðaholt, which is the first Swan-certified preschool in Iceland. Lota was responsible for the electrical and lighting design."

"It has been a great pleasure working with Lota. All communication has been first-class, and the projects have been carried out with great professionalism. Many thanks for that."

“StormOrka ehf. has worked with Lota for many years, always with great satisfaction with the company’s professional and flexible service. Lota is a firm we trust.”

“What matters most to me as a private client is being treated as one — feeling that I’m truly getting the value I pay for. That’s exactly what I get from you.”

“It’s been fantastic working with Lota’s specialists on the development of Pikkoló’s self-service stations over the past few years. Outstanding service in every respect!”