Title: A Methodology to Analyze Building Envelopes Based on Discomfort Glare
Abstract:This article proposes a method to analyze the effect of façade surfaces on selected interior area at eye level based on daylight glare probability. By highlighting the critical parts of a façade in te...This article proposes a method to analyze the effect of façade surfaces on selected interior area at eye level based on daylight glare probability. By highlighting the critical parts of a façade in terms of indoor discomfort glare issue, this method helps architects to improve the design by adjusting the façade elements, openings and material transparency. Since the demand for the optimized usage of the internal spaces has recently increased it has been gradually becoming more and more important for architects and designers. Consequently, glare is one of the main criteria to consider indoor visual comfort conditions. The analysis identifies the positions on the facade where the daylight comes from and causes discomfort glare, after several bounces, corresponding duration and times, therefore facilitates the design decisions for appropriate solutions.Read More
Publication Year: 2017
Publication Date: 2017-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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