Studio 2: Natural & Tech Light

PGLT 5002 | Spring 2012 | Faculty: Kimberly Ackert, Bonnie Davis, Matthew Franks, Nelson Jenkins, Matthew Tanteri

This course focuses on the massing and orientation of architectural form and fenestration to integrate daylight with interior space and programming. Electric lighting is addressed as a secondary complement to the primary focus of natural light. Particular attention is given to the relationship between diurnal patterns, qualitative aspects of habitation, energy conservation, solar heat gain, and illuminance requirements. Open to: ARC, ALD, LTD, and MID majors only