Articles Tagged with ''daylighting''

Modern fabrication technologies have transformed steel from a conventional building material into a precision-engineered architectural solution. With the ability to deliver slender profiles, long spans and exceptional durability, steel is reshaping what glass curtain walls can achieve.

MBL Architecture (MBL) announced the completion of work on Walmart’s global headquarters in Bentonville, Ark., including the campus’s newly constructed master plan, 8^th & Plate food hall and the world-class destination, Sam Walton Hall.

To design a space conducive for play and exercise, the project team knew the facility’s interior must deliver abundant access to beneficial natural light.

As codes tighten, net-zero goals accelerate and operational costs continue to rise. Architects and engineers are turning to advanced shell systems that produce electricity and enhance resilience.

Vitro Architectural Glass is commemorating the 2025 milestones of additional members of its Solarban solar control low-e glass portfolio.

Scientific research continues to uncover how the relationship between natural daylight and human physiology helps to improve mood, cognitive function, and overall well-being.

This nine-story structure features open, flexible office space that capitalizes on daylighting provided by Guardian SunGuard SNX 62/27 triple-silver coating on UltraClear and clear glass.

LIFE Senior Services is a Tulsa-based nonprofit dedicated to helping adults over 50 maintain independence, dignity and quality of life. As part of an expansion of its Roma Berry campus, LIFE added a new 8,450-square-foot recreation facility to house indoor pickleball and basketball courts. 

Called the Canyon, the architects were inspired by natural erosion and slot canyons in creating this beautiful space where residents are afforded views of the Rocky Mountains and the Denver skyline, and where people can socialize and connect to nature.

In this article, we explore the critical factors that influence daylighting design and offer strategies for creating luminous, sustainable spaces.