**4.1 Data collection**

The data that were collected for the purpose of this research chapter are of two types: the first concentrates on the health and medical aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic itself, while the second type of data concentrates on architectural, engineering, biophilic, and building technology aspects to control and reduce/eliminate the risk of COVID-19 pandemic. This research relied on available literature, online interviews, and interactions with architectural and building consultants and healthcare authorities. Literature review was an essential action in the process to start exploring prior research, published works on the role of architecture in the built environment to combat COVID-19 or a similar pandemic. Therefore, Internet and library research were conducted; institutes and interested parties were approached for their assistance and contributions.
