Day Lighting in Australian Residential Buildings

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Day Lighting in Australian Residential Buildings

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How can we reduce energy in residential buildings by applying daylight theories?

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Good lighting quality is a prime factor when it comes to safety and aesthetic appeal of the general interior and exterior spaces which translates to productivity and keeping the unwarranted glaring effects at bay (ECOLE POLYTECHNIQUE FEDERALE DE LAUSANNE, 1997). It is through quality lighting that the mood of any space is shaped relative to health and sleeping patterns.

Lighting research is geared towards giving designers strategies, techniques, and devices that articulate to minimize energy use whilst providing optimal light performance (Boughton & Behm, 2013). The latest technology augurs well with the need to construct environmentally-friendly residential buildings (such as solar panels, light tubes to mention a few) in a bid to consume far less energy. Overall lighting quality is enhanced with attention to color and intensity of mind. This is a plus when it comes to lowering the costs of replacement and maintenance.

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