Essays about: "Skylight"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 11 essays containing the word Skylight.

1. 1. Optimizing Daylight Utilization in Nordic Homes: Enhancing Energy Efficiency, Well-being, and User Satisfaction through Design

   University essay from KTH/Ljusdesign

   Author : Katja Teinilä; [2023]
   Keywords : Daylight; energy efficiency; nordic architecture; well-being;

   Abstract : This thesis examines daylight utilization in Nordic home environments without artificial lighting. One of the aims is to save energy and create healthy living spaces that fully harness daylight benefits. READ MORE

3. 2. Geometric comparison of 3D city models for daylight simulations

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

   Author : Johannes Lande Nyborg; [2022]
   Keywords : Geography; Physical Geography; Ecosystem Analysis; 3D city model; 3D building models; daylight access; daylight simulations; obstruction angle; free and open-source software; sustainable urban development; Geomatics; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

   Abstract : As cities keep densifying, essential resources such as daylight access become increasingly restricted. Therefore, prioritizing energy efficiency and enhancing the energy performance of our buildings is required for obtaining a sustainable urban environment. READ MORE

4. 3. Perception of spatial volume in daylight entering through devised openings

   University essay from KTH/Ljusdesign

   Author : Farahbee Rahman; [2020]
   Keywords : Visual Perception – Spatial Volume – Perceived Volume - Devised Openings – Exhibition Space- Daylight;

   Abstract : The thesis examines the impact of perceived brightness and contrast balance in relation to the spatial volume; physical volume transforming into a perceived volume in light. Two static viewpoints of 20th century’s museum architecture have been tested to observe qualitative features in daylight entering through architecturally devised openings. READ MORE

5. 4. Improving Daylighting Utilization in LTH Study Center

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

   Author : Rifat Tabassoom Tumpa; Inez Eugenia; [2019]
   Keywords : Daylighting; energy demand; window to wall ratio; daylight factor; daylight autonomy; heating and cooling demand; electric lighting dependency; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Daylighting is a free source of light that fosters a direct connection to nature. It has a great potential to enhance the health and productivity of the building inhabitants, to improve thermal and visual comfort in indoor spaces, and to increase energy efficiency in buildings. READ MORE

6. 5. Improving Daylight Qualities in Medelhavsmuseet

   University essay from KTH/Ljusdesign

   Author : Nada Khairy Al Madhoon; [2019]
   Keywords : Top lighting; Skylight; Daylight; Museum; Perception; Quality; Daylight Metrics; Nordic Sky.;

   Abstract : The master’s thesis investigates daylight qualities and visitors’ perception in the central atriumof Medelhavsmuseet in Stockholm, Sweden. The investigation started from personal observationof the space where a feeling of darkness was experienced despite the existing skylight. READ MORE