Shading Strategy Development
Expert selection and specification of roller blinds, venetians, verticals, and external sun control products matched to each window type, performance requirement, and interior design brief.
Module Overview
Developing an effective shading strategy requires balancing multiple competing requirements: energy performance, glare control, daylight harvesting, privacy, and aesthetics. This module teaches you to synthesise these factors into a coherent strategy document that guides all subsequent specification decisions. You will learn to create shading strategies that satisfy SANS compliance, occupant comfort, and architectural vision simultaneously.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify the primary performance drivers for shading selection across different building typologies Analyse the interaction between shading systems, natural daylight, and artificial lighting Apply a structured decision framework to select appropriate shading products for each application Evaluate trade-offs between energy performance, visual comfort, and cost Design a comprehensive shading strategy document suitable for client presentation
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Shading Calc
Calculate effective SHGC with shading, solar heat gain reduction, and cooling energy savings.
Fabric Guide
Compare openness factors for glare control, view-through, heat rejection and UV blocking.
Daylight Factor
Estimate daylight factors based on room geometry, glazing, and shading configuration.
Facade Analyser
Analyse building facade orientations with solar gain factors and shading recommendations.
These tools give you a taste of the analysis covered in this module. Purchase the full module for comprehensive methodology, templates, and professional certification.
What's Included
- Shading Strategy Template Product Selection Decision Matrix Performance Comparison Charts Case Study: Mixed-Use Development Strategy Video: Presenting Shading Strategies to Clients Glossary of Shading Terminology
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