Exterior Sunshades - Mastering the Physical Movement of Sun and Light
Harnessing natural light to benefit commercial spaces
Sponsored by Construction Specialties
The sun is an integral part of our lives. As it moves around us, it can affect our mood, focus, performance, and overall well-being. While many impacts are positive, it can also bring adversities to our environments and personal comfort.
In this presentation, we look at how the natural light and heat of the sun can be harnessed to benefit commercial spaces and their inhabitants. We will explore solutions to minimize energy consumption and improve occupant satisfaction. And we will delve into the criteria to utilize sunshades to elevate building performance and create visually striking designs.
Founded in 1948, Construction Specialties (CS) is a family-owned, specialty building products manufacturer. CS provides solutions to challenges that architects, designers, building owners, facility managers, and contractors face every day. Since inventing the first extruded louver, CS has become a global leader in all our product categories: Acrovyn® interior wall protection, impact-resistant doors, entrance flooring, expansion joint solutions, architectural louvers, sun controls, architectural elements and privacy curtains + tracks. Drawing upon our decades of experience, CS provides extensive services resulting in high-quality products found in some of the world’s most significant architecture. For more information about CS products and solutions, please visit c-sgroup.com.
Originally published in Architectural Record
Originally published in November 2021
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Comprehend how to optimize the sun as a natural resource to decrease light and HVAC system demands and in turn improve building efficiency.
- Discuss external sunshade systems and their benefits, including energy efficiencies and the positive impacts on the health, safety, and welfare of building occupants.
- Understand how proper sun management contributes to LEED and IECC 2021 Zero Code™ standards to provide healthier, more productive spaces.
- Recognize construction methods and proper engineering for the design and selection of exterior shading systems.
- Incorporate sunshades as both a functional system and an aesthetically innovative design element.
