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Daylighting and visual performance: evaluation of classroom design issues in the UAE

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  • Khaled A. Al-Sallal

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The study focuses on analysis of visual performance and quality issues in classrooms located in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The methodology depended on data collection and analysis of design information obtained from architectural drawings of standard schools, design compliance documents set by the relevant governmental bodies, and site visits and photography. It analyzed several important design issues that have significant impact on visual quality, including space size and depth to height ratio, windows orientation, lighting direction and desk position. It used simulation to investigate potential visual problems during critical times and view angles. Several problems concerning contrasting luminance levels in the field of view were identified and described. Mitigation of the problems using recommended daylighting systems was discussed based on the UAE climate. Copyright The Author 2010. Published by Oxford University Press. All rights reserved. For Permissions, please email: journals.permissions@oxfordjournals.org, Oxford University Press.

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  • Khaled A. Al-Sallal, 2010. "Daylighting and visual performance: evaluation of classroom design issues in the UAE," International Journal of Low-Carbon Technologies, Oxford University Press, vol. 5(4), pages 201-209, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:oup:ijlctc:v:5:y:2010:i:4:p:201-209
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    1. Friess, Wilhelm A. & Rakhshan, Kambiz, 2017. "A review of passive envelope measures for improved building energy efficiency in the UAE," Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier, vol. 72(C), pages 485-496.
    2. Salata, Ferdinando & Golasi, Iacopo & di Salvatore, Maicol & de Lieto Vollaro, Andrea, 2016. "Energy and reliability optimization of a system that combines daylighting and artificial sources. A case study carried out in academic buildings," Applied Energy, Elsevier, vol. 169(C), pages 250-266.

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