Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality in Natatoriums: A CiteSpace‐Based Bibliometric Review

This study presents a comprehensive bibliometric review of research on ventilation and air quality in swimming pool facilities from 2001 to 2025. Based on literature retrieved from Web of Science, Scopus, and PubMed, this study employs the CiteSpace visualization tool to analyze and shows that research has evolved from basic assessments of air exchange to multidimensional concerns including disinfection by‐products (DBPs), pollutant exposure, thermal comfort, and energy efficiency. Despite these advances, significant gaps remain: most studies prioritize energy performance over detailed pollutant control, long‐term high‐resolution monitoring data are scarce, and ventilation standards often lack explicit criteria for swimmer health. Geographically, Canada, China, and the United States have led contributions in this field. The findings demonstrate a thematic transition from experience‐based to precision control, supported by tools such as CFD, TRNSYS, and model predictive control, and signal growing potential for artificial intelligence and data‐driven facility management. This review identifies core themes and technical trajectories, offering theoretical insight and decision‐making support for the design and operation of low‐carbon, health‐oriented swimming pool environments.