Daylighting from Multiple Sides

Daylighting spaces from multiple sides ensure an even distribution of light while reducing the probability of glare. This can be achieved by placing windows on adjacent or opposite walls or by providing a combination of side daylighting (windows/clerestory) and top daylighting strategies.

Daylighting from Multiple Sides illustration

Climate zones that use this strategy

Reference projects

Kaunas Concert Centre

Kaunas, Lithuania

SAMMC

San Antonio, Texas

Community Hospital North Expansion

(Indianapolis, Indiana