The Architecture Of Light (2nd Edition): A textbook of procedures and practices for the Architect, Interior Designer and Lighting Designer. by Sage Russell

Author:Sage Russell [Russell, Sage]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2013-09-09T04:00:00+00:00

OBVIOUS BENEFITS OF DAYLIGHT

A primary aspect of daylight systems is to consider the benefits that may serve your design. In order to actually make use of these benefits, the daylight systems we integrate must be as well-conceived as our electric light systems.

First and foremost, daylight is a means of producing light without the consumption of electricity or other fossil fuels. This is a huge benefit to all manner of projects where sustainability, minimal maintenance and environmental concern are part of the program. Daylight consumes no electricity and also eliminates the need for changing lamps. Daylight can also be harvested with relatively little heat gain, which means that we can reduce our need for the electricity associated with air conditioning and cooling that offsets heat contributed by electric light.

Daylight is also a special source of light because of our long standing relationship with it. When we consider how long humankind has had only daylight (and occasional firelight) as a light source, it is easy to imagine why we have a special fondness for it. Daylight connects us to the natural world and brings us into contact with a way of life for which we are readily equipped. Small quantities of daylight stave off depression, allow us to synthesize Vitamin D, and can invigorate our spirit and energy level. Certain forms of daylight also have the uncanny ability to deeply relax us.

Daylight is inherently dynamic and changes throughout the course of the day and the year. This factor benefits our natural rhythms and stimulates our active mind. One of the most depressing aspects of poorly-executed electric light is the static, unchanging nature. Daylight is dynamic by nature, so even a small amount can have a huge impact on the interest and stimulating effect of an environment. The changes in daylight quality are so effective in encouraging different mental states that many electric light systems strive to mimic similar changes in texture and color over the course of a day.

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