Daylight Optimisation Strategies

Module Overview

Effective daylighting reduces artificial lighting energy consumption while improving occupant wellbeing. This module teaches you to specify shading systems that optimise daylight distribution while controlling glare and excessive heat gain. You will learn to balance competing daylight objectives, use daylight metrics to evaluate shading performance, and specify systems that adapt to changing sun conditions throughout the day and year.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify daylight performance metrics relevant to shading specification Analyse daylight distribution patterns and their interaction with shading systems Apply daylight optimisation strategies that balance illumination, glare, and energy performance Evaluate shading materials and configurations for their daylight management properties Design integrated daylighting-shading solutions for different building typologies

What's Included

• Daylight Analysis Guide Glare Assessment Methodology Shading Material Light Transmission Data Case Study: Daylight Optimisation in an Open-Plan Office Video: Understanding Daylight Metrics Daylighting Specification Clauses