Daylight Calculator

Daylight Calculator: Optimize the Use of Natural Light in Buildings

Daylight Calculator is an innovative tool designed to assess the potential of natural light utilization in buildings. By evaluating various parameters, it aims to increase user comfort and reduce energy consumption, in line with the principles of sustainable architecture.

Key Features:

• User Friendly Interface: The calculator has an intuitive design that makes it easy for users to enter the required parameters and understand the results.
• Extensive Input Parameters: Users can specify building orientation, window size, room size, window position, surface reflectance, daylight hours and percentage of sunny time.
• Advanced Output Metrics: The tool provides a detailed overview of natural light performance by calculating the Daylight Factor, average illuminance and glare analysis.
• Dynamic Shading Simulation: Optional feature that includes dynamic shading simulation for more accurate results.
• Integration with Artificial Lighting: Users can choose to integrate artificial lighting controls to maintain optimal illuminance levels.
• Visual Representation: Results are presented in an easy-to-understand graphical format that aids quick analysis and decision-making.

Benefits

• Improved Occupant Comfort: Optimizing natural light can significantly improve occupant comfort and productivity.
• Energy Efficiency: Reducing reliance on artificial lighting reduces energy consumption and operating costs.
• Sustainable Design: Complies with green building standards and contributes to environmental sustainability.

How it works: The calculator uses a combination of weather data, building orientation and window characteristics to calculate the Daylight Factor and average illuminance. Advanced features such as dynamic shading and artificial lighting integration provide a comprehensive analysis of the natural light potential in any space.