Summary
This paper reviews how daylighting practices and shading systems in workplaces relate to occupant wellbeing, drawing on the discovery of ipRGCs and the growing body of research on non-visual light effects. Practical implications include the importance of optimizing daylight access and glare control through appropriate shading strategies to support both visual comfort and broader health outcomes for workers.
Categories
Workplace Performance: Examines daylighting and shading systems in working environments and their relationship to employee wellbeing and performance.
The Science of Light: References ipRGCs and non-visual effects of light as a foundational basis for understanding daylighting impacts.
Mood & Mental Wellness: Explores themes of wellbeing associated with daylighting practice in occupational settings.
Author(s)
SP Coates
Publication Year
2022
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