light shelf
Published on Nov 18, 2015
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light shelf
the solution to blinds
Define
direct incoming light towards the ceiling & reflecting down into the room
Exterior light shelf
horizontal element positioned above the primary window
INterior light shelf
easier to retrofit
why use it
increase light penetration into building & reduce glare
Benefits
Benefits
- Reduce cooling costs
- Improve health
- Increased productivity
- Higher sales
- Improved learning
can double light penetration
can penetrate up to 3 times the normal window light length
specular v. diffuse
- Specular: mirror like reflector provides more light to the ceiling
- Negative- increases glare
- Diffuse: flat finish provides multiple light rays reflecting
Shannan Smith & austin Smyth
FNCE 4895
