Illuminated by Nature: An Exploration of Architectural Homes Exclusively Using Daylighting Strategies
Faculty Mentor Information
Dr. Randall Teal (Mentor), University of Idaho
Abstract
Due to the rapid increase in human population, architectural design has had to submit to a simple and efficient home design that neglects the importance of previously flourishing details like light dispersion. Changing the lighting methods used from traditional lighting fixtures to exclusively natural lighting challenges the mundane style that is seen in common homes across the nation. The implementation of these distinct lighting methods not only brings beauty to a place we tend to spend most of our time in, but also results in a positive effect on the overall physical and mental wellbeing of the user. Modeling and testing will be done to examine the effectiveness of different architectural elements that vary in form that will result in an effective and pleasant lighting scheme throughout the home. The elements will range in simplicity, to provide examples in future design that can easily be implemented to dismantle the traditional architecture that is found in repetitive home design to benefit the user.
Illuminated by Nature: An Exploration of Architectural Homes Exclusively Using Daylighting Strategies
Due to the rapid increase in human population, architectural design has had to submit to a simple and efficient home design that neglects the importance of previously flourishing details like light dispersion. Changing the lighting methods used from traditional lighting fixtures to exclusively natural lighting challenges the mundane style that is seen in common homes across the nation. The implementation of these distinct lighting methods not only brings beauty to a place we tend to spend most of our time in, but also results in a positive effect on the overall physical and mental wellbeing of the user. Modeling and testing will be done to examine the effectiveness of different architectural elements that vary in form that will result in an effective and pleasant lighting scheme throughout the home. The elements will range in simplicity, to provide examples in future design that can easily be implemented to dismantle the traditional architecture that is found in repetitive home design to benefit the user.