Improving soundscape studies and policies states that the soundscape approach, which also\nconsiders noise interventions, should replace noise management. However, a considerable number\nof soundscape studies have been concerned with the quality of acoustic environments of open and\nurban public spaces. This study focuses on indoor soundscaping and its possible integration into\nthe architectural design and application process. Therefore, the present and ongoing Turkish and\nEuropean soundscape and noise management policies were evaluated in detail and compared in\norder to characterize the gap regarding the state of indoor soundscaping between the literature and\nthe policy development level. Furthermore, we identified and classified factors and methods which\nhave an influence on indoor soundscaping to be integrated into the final proposed model. As a result\nof the detailed evaluation regarding policies and indoor soundscaping principles, five stages were\nproposed that can be used in an integrated indoor soundscape model: (1) the establishment of a\ntopic specific institution or working group on indoor soundscaping; (2) the preparation of a standard\nthat includes definitions, indoor soundscape factors and methods; (3) the preparation of an indoor\nsoundscape directive; (4) the preparation of indoor soundscape guidelines; and (5) the provision of\nmaintenance and supervision by experts and authorities.
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