Abstract
The study investigates the use of local trees in the UAE to improve visual performance and lighting quality in typical classrooms. The methodology depended on analysis of luminance ratios and illuminance levels using simulation (Radiance.) The effect of two design variables (i.e., tree type: Ghaf and Neem, and tree spacing: 2m and 4m parallel to outside north wall, on task's illuminance levels and interior-surfaces' luminance levels were investigated. Lighting quality and visual comfort issues such as acute contrast, high brightness, and daylight distribution were discussed.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 1168-1174 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Publication status | Published - Dec 1 2007 |
| Event | Building Simulation 2007, BS 2007 - Beijing, China Duration: Sept 3 2007 → Sept 6 2007 |
Other
| Other | Building Simulation 2007, BS 2007 |
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| Country/Territory | China |
| City | Beijing |
| Period | 9/3/07 → 9/6/07 |
Keywords
- Illuminance
- Luminance ratios
- Visual comfort
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Computer Science Applications
- Building and Construction
- Architecture
- Modelling and Simulation