Daylighting Lab
Boston Architectural College - Interior Design Program
TSM2015 - Lighting Design
You have been asked to participate in a design charrette for a small graphic design office. They are asking you to provide daylighting consultation for their workspace. They request that no direct sun land directly on the work surfaces, as they will be utilizing many different types of glossy paper prints.
In this exercise you will work to explore an approach to illuminating this office space with daylight, keeping the considerations of occupant comfort, views, and useful daylight in mind
During this exploration you should focus on the design of the façade and roof form with thoughtful consideration of aperture size, placement and configuration. Shading and reflecting devices such as shelves, fins, scoops, and partitions may also be introduced to manipulate the light. Consideration of solar orientation, heat gain, positive or unfavorable effects of direct sun penetration, and seasonal differences are essential to informing the effective use of these elements.
The size, shape, location, detailing and configuration of the apertures are fundamental to the quality and quantity of light. In addition these factors influence the mood and character of the space. After preparing a scale model of the studio, we will study each other's approach under sunlight, i.e. an electric “fake sun”.
Create the desired results by manipulating...
- The aperture form (geometry and shape)
- The aperture size (large, medium, small)
- The aperture location (relative to floor, ceiling walls)
- The number of apertures (isolated, in form, many, a few etc.)
- The use of interior partitions to direct/redirect light and/or views.
- The detailing of the aperture (thickness, contour)
- The incorporation of overhangs, fins, lightshelves with the detailing of the aperture.
Develop your design in sketch form before constructing the model.
The model is due at the beginning of class #5, Feb. 20th.
Program A Graphic Design Office
(3) fixed workstations-
centered in the space
(4’x8’- 30” A.F.F.)
Space
Requirements 20' x 30'- 15' max. deck height.
Requirements 20' x 30'- 15' max. deck height.
Parti-wall on the east side (no daylight).
Toplighting available throughout.
Location Boston, MA
Latitude: 44 deg.
Hours The office is open year round
8:30am – 5:30pm
Note: Build a base for the model large enough to hold the provided sundial. The sundial must be located with a clear view south and without blocking direct sun into the space. It may be mounted on the roof if it does not block any skylights.
We will study the results of your strategy on the Heliodon for winter solstice, summer solstice, and the equinox. You will then have time to analyze the pros and cons of your design and implement a second round of modifications and testing.
Please cut a hole approximately 4” wide x 3” tall on the north elevation to allow for a camera to be placed looking into your model. The bottom of the hole should be placed 4” above grade and centered in the back wall.
