BK Space Frame - Redesign article.pdf

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BK City -Redesign- Barrel Vault Skylight

The re-design will include the installation of a laminated glass Barrel Vault Skylight.

The architectural goal is to maximum transparency by optimization of structure

and glazing.

The Skylight will be supported by a similar space frame structure, to the one which

exists already.

Further research has determined that it is necessary to remove the existing, roof

supporting, space frame structure, so therefore the installation would accompany

a completely new structure (rather than adding on to the existing one).

The Barrel Vault Skylight will let in an abundance of natural daylight, increasing the

working conditions, as good light is essential, whilst reducing the use of artificial

lights, therefore saving much energy (during the daytime).

Plus, the Skylight; aesthetically will make the Atrium much more spectacular.

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The problems of the need to provide extensive cooling in summerand insulation in winter inevitably arise with the use of large glazedstructures.

With the design of a Barrel Vault, laminated glass, Skylight, withinstalled Photovoltaic films on top of the glass creating a shadingsystem that optimizes the flows of heat and light energy, whilstutilizing this energy. This in turn may has a significant positive effectin reducing the heat load and glare, enhancing the use of naturaldaylight, whilst harvesting this energy, and increasing the insulationof the building, through the use of the appropriate choice of glass,thereby enhancing working conditions and reducing the operatingcosts of the building.


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