Windows: making the most of natural light
Maximizing natural light when building or renovating a home has many advantages. Not only is natural light better for us but it also reduces the need for energy-consuming artificial lighting.
on several walls ensures better light distri- bution. • High windows allow light to reach further into the home.
• Windows in a horizontal line distribute daylight better than round or square win- dows, as the latter create a strong contrast between the window and the wall. • Large areas of dark colour should be avoi- ded or situated away from windows, as they inhibit daylight from penetrating and cause glare when they are close to bright colours. Walls facing a window should be
a pale colour. • Matte finishes distribute light more effi- ciently than shiny surfaces and create less glare. • Translucent interior windows and parti- tions allow natural light to reach through- out the house.
Because Canadians spend much of the winter inside, exposure to good quality lighting is an impor- tant factor in keeping healthy. Variations in light affect hormone levels and biological cycles; sci- entific studies even show that ade- quate natural lighting at work can increase productivity and reduce absenteeism. Natural light also increases energy levels. When building or renovating, keep in mind that the inten- sity and distribution of natu- ral light in a room depends on the dimensions of the space, the materials composing the internal surfaces, as well as its location, orientation, and the quality of the windows. OPTIMIZING NATURAL LIGHT • Several smaller windows are better than one large window, which causes more glare. • The positioning of windows
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