Figure 32 Use of daylight at Hysan Place, BEAM Plus V1.1 new building project – platinum rating
GREEN TIPS
Maximising daylight access:
Building design making use of natural lighting can save energy for interior lighting in shopping malls and
shop spaces, the following are some suggestions:
• Building design that makes use of natural lighting through careful window design and building orientation.
The higher the window, the deeper the daylight zone that is obtained.
• The larger the window, the more important the glazing selection and shading effectiveness need to be
considered to control glare and heat gain.
• For good distribution, use higher ceilings and higher windows. Keep the ceiling smooth and light-colored.
• Use clear or translucent materials in the upper portion of full-height partitions. When this approach is
used in corridor walls, corridors may be adequately lit up by this spill light.
More concrete ways of natural lighting design will be specifically discussed in detail in
2.4
Comfort level
2
The basics
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