In a society that spends 90% of its time indoors, buildings have become a powerful tool that influences the wellbeing of people. In this presentation, we will explore how well-designed architecture has the unique ability to cultivate a space that is comfortable, enjoyable, and beneficial to the health, development, and well-being of our bodies and minds.
Buildings designed for daylight can contribute to a healthy indoor environment. There are many benefits of daylight compared to artificial light that affects the human physiology, mental capacity, and emotional wellbeing of people. This webinar will investigate best practices for designing for daylight from skylights and discuss the appropriate applications for our commercial product line including domes, sun tunnels, and our Velux Modular Skylight system. Case studies and examples will be used to provide daylighting precedents and communicate the design and technical support our Architectural Project Team can offer.
Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify the unique qualities and benefits of daylight vs. artificial light as it relates to human health, development, and comfort
- Analyze the use of daylighting design, strategies, and principles using skylights
- Apply product knowledge to choose the appropriate skylight for their project
- Recognize buildings using daylighting from above designed to emphasize the wellbeing of people that use the space
Subject Matter Expert:
Monica Bulos, B.Arch.
Architectural Project Coordinator
Designing for Wellness Using Fresh Air from Skylights
Topic: Design / Health & Wellness
Length: 1 hour | What's Included: Video, Quiz, and Certificate of Completion
In a society that spends 90% of its time indoors, buildings have become a powerful tool that influences the wellbeing of people. In this presentation, we will explore how well-designed architecture has the unique ability to cultivate a space that is comfortable, enjoyable, and beneficial in the health, development, and well-being of our bodies and minds.
Buildings designed for daylight can contribute to a healthy indoor environment. There are many benefits of fresh air and we are learning more from the experts during the pandemic. This webinar will investigate how best to design for natural ventilation from skylights to provide fresh air and how to optimize the design for fresh air. This will be followed by a review of our product line that accommodates fresh air and discusses their appropriate applications. A case study will be used to provide an example of an application and to communicate the design and technical support our Architectural Project Team can offer.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants will be able to:
- Describe the impact and importance of fresh air in our buildings
- List some tips and tricks on how to optimize natural ventilation with the use of skylights
- Compare and select product options for your performance expectations
- Recognize building design incorporating fresh air from above that focuses on the well-being of the people using the space
Subject Matter Expert:
Russell Ibbotson, P.Eng, LEED AP, CTR
Manager, Technical Solutions & Architectural Projects
Velux
For over 75 years, the VELUX Group is the world leader in the manufacturing of residential skylights and is one of the strongest international brands in the building materials sector. With over 300 patents in skylight-design, VELUX is known for product innovation, quality and durability. For over a decade, VELUX Canada has been ramping up its commercial product line to serve the Canadian market better. Our commercial program includes the commercial Sun Tunnel tubular skylight, the revolutionary Dynamic and Energy Dome skylights and, more recently, the VELUX Modular Skylight (VMS), a prefabricated modular skylight designed in collaboration with Foster + Partners. VELUX continues to lead the residential industry with; The No Leak Skylight, Sun Tunnel skylights, roof windows, as well as a range of blinds, installation solutions and intelligent home controls. Whether your project is residential or commercial, offer your customers the innovation and quality they deserve at an affordable price.
For more information visit velux.ca/professionals.