Integrated decision-making involves the collaborative effort of various stakeholders in a project, from

its conception through completion, to ensure the building's design serves its intended purpose

effectively. In the context of placing circulation near the office perimeter next to the window wall,

integrated decision-making would mean making design choices that enhance the building's

performance and occupant comfort. Option A, installing blinds to increase occupant comfort, would

address issues such as glare and thermal gains from the sun, which directly impact the occupants'

comfort and the building's heating and cooling loads. This decision would emerge from the iterative

process of identifying the unique needs and challenges of the project and making early design

decisions that benefit the project both in execution and operation.

Reference: Insights into the integrative process and the importance of collaborative decision-making

in LEED projects, emphasizing the impact of early design decisions on building performance and

stakeholder value