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ANALYSIS OF DAYLIGHTING INFRASTRUCTURE IN SUSTAINABLE BUILDING DESIGN
Abstract
The integration of daylighting element into sustainable building design presents a significant opportunity to reduce energy consumption while improving indoor environmental quality. This study focuses on the performance assessment of passive daylight transport systems, with an emphasis on their thermal and optical characteristics. Various configurations of tubular daylighting devices were analyzed using simulation-based methods, considering material properties, geometrical parameters, and hygrothermal conditions of the building envelope. The evaluation considered both the efficiency of light transmission and the impact on thermal integrity, including potential heat loss through envelope penetrations. The results demonstrate that the proper design and positioning of daylighting elements can significantly enhance visual comfort without compromising energy performance. The findings support the implementation of daylight-driven strategies as a viable approach to improve building sustainability and contribute to nearly zero-energy building standards.
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