Improvement of energy performance and quality of indoor space can be achieved through good daylighting and electric lighting design. IES Consulting can work with you to assess the distribution, appearance and effects of light in a building, linking this to improvement in energy performance.
It is possible to establish levels of daylight even in the most complex spaces and where advanced daylighting techniques such as light-shelves, skylights and daylight harvesting are employed. We can produce photometric simulations using advance ray-tracing techniques to assess the impact of daylight bouncing multiple times within a space.
Electric lighting design, daylight dimming potential and glare problems can all be investigated, as well as whether right-to-light requirements have been met. Possible solutions can be simulated and investigated, including blinds, different glass types and changes to building form.
Different times of year, times of day and sun conditions can be considered and photo-realistic images of a very high quality can be provided, enabling the design team to envisage how the space will actually appear. Potential first cost and operational cost saving of different strategies can also be calculated allowing you to inform design decisions.
