Exterior Sunshades - Mastering the Physical Movement of Sun and Light

Sponsored by Construction Specialties
1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 GBCI CE Hour; 0.1 ICC CEU; 1 IIBEC CEH; 0.1 IACET CEU*; 1 AIBD P-CE; AAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines; AAPEI 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the AIBC, as per their CE Guidelines.; MAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the NLAA.; This course can be self-reported to the NSAA; NWTAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; OAA 1 Learning Hour; SAA 1 Hour of Core Learning

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understand how to optimize the sun as a natural resource to decrease light and HVAC system demands and in turn improve building efficiency.
  2. Discuss external sunshade systems and their benefits including energy efficiencies and the positive impacts on the health, safety, and welfare of building occupants.
  3. Understand how proper sun management contributes to LEED and IECC 2021 Zero Code™ standards to provide healthier more productive spaces.
  4. Recognize construction methods and proper engineering for the design and selection of exterior shading systems.​
  5. Incorporate sunshades as both a functional system and aesthetically innovative design element.

This course is part of the Mastering Movement™ Academy

The sun is an integral part of our lives. As it moved 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.

Mastering Movement Sunshades

Photo Courtesy of Construction Specialties, Inc.

PORTOLA HIGH SCHOOL Sunshade canopies provide a comfortable shaded area of the entrances.

Construction Specialties Founded in 1948, Construction Specialties (CS) is a specialty building products manufacturer. CS provides solutions to complex challenges architects, designers, building owners, facility managers, and contractors face every day. Since inventing the first extruded louver, CS has become a global leader in interior wall protection, impact-resistant doors, entrance mats & grids, expansion joint covers, architectural louvers & grilles, sun controls, explosion & pressure relief vents, cubicle curtains & tracks and stairs, awnings & balconies. CS draws upon extensive expertise to design high-quality products—many of which are Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Products Program. For more information please visit: c-sgroup.com

 

Originally published in November 2021

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