martyn-polycarb

Published August 13, 2013 - size: 800 × 800 in martyn-polycarb

Polycarbonate skylight sheeting was selected for a suitable (low) transmittance to minimise glare, and for good thermal performance.

Polycarbonate skylight sheeting was selected for a suitable (low) transmittance to minimise glare, and for good thermal performance.

Concord 'Torus Wallwasher' fittings were mounted as uplighters and carefully placed for an even wash of the ceiling. (The design included a 3.6m diameter ceiling fan which was later deleted.)

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Along the aisles, stations and the shrine are accented by discreetly-placed miniature spotlights.

The baptismal font receives ample window light in the day, and is accented for drama at night.

Along the aisles, stations and the shrine are accented by discreetly-placed miniature spotlights.

Simple backlighting in the towers, and the brightness of the sanctuary, create an invitation inwards.

The baptismal font receives ample window light in the day, and is accented for drama at night.

Warm tones are used as an inviting element.

Simple backlighting in the towers, and the brightness of the sanctuary, create an invitation inwards.

The liturgical heirarchy from sacristy to altar to nave is reinforced by the lighting scheme.

Warm tones are used as an inviting element.

Spotlighting on the marble sacristy spire highlights the tabernacle within.

The liturgical heirarchy from sacristy to altar to nave is reinforced by the lighting scheme.

The cool, even lighting of the ‘heavens’ above the altar contrasts with the warmer lighting of the nave.

Spotlighting on the marble sacristy spire highlights the tabernacle within.

Narrow-beam uplighting of the piers and ceiling lends a festive feel to the nave.

The cool, even lighting of the ‘heavens’ above the altar contrasts with the warmer lighting of the nave.

The lighting design was computer modelled to ensure effectiveness.

Narrow-beam uplighting of the piers and ceiling lends a festive feel to the nave.

In plan, the simplicity of the lighting scheme becomes clear.

The lighting design was computer modelled to ensure effectiveness.

Thermal comfort conditions were assessed using the ASHRAE Thermal Comfort Tool, which includes the effect of elevated air speeds from fans.

In plan, the simplicity of the lighting scheme becomes clear.

'Big Ass Fans' HVLS fans provided air movement for cooling to offset radiant heat gains from the roof-lights.

Thermal comfort conditions were assessed using the ASHRAE Thermal Comfort Tool, which includes the effect of elevated air speeds from fans.

T5 highbay lights with wide distribution were selected for good vertical illumination and to allow wide spacing clear of the fans.

'Big Ass Fans' HVLS fans provided air movement for cooling to offset radiant heat gains from the roof-lights.

High-efficiency T5 fluorescent highbay lights with occupancy and daylight-harvesting controls replaced existing lights.

T5 highbay lights with wide distribution were selected for good vertical illumination and to allow wide spacing clear of the fans.

Skylights, electric lights, and HVLS fans were placed strategically to avoid glare & radiant heat problems, and avoid 'strobing' from the fans.

High-efficiency T5 fluorescent highbay lights with occupancy and daylight-harvesting controls replaced existing lights.

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