Question

Which of the following factors impact Daylight Autonomy of a built space?

• A. Orientation of building
• B. Glare caused by daylight
• C. Latitude and longitude of building location
• D. Fenestration size

Hint:

Daylight Autonomy mainly depends on how much daylight reaches interior spaces—factors influencing sunlight availability and entry directly affect it.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A, C, D

Daylight Autonomy is the percentage of time a space receives sufficient daylight without artificial lighting. It depends on factors that affect the amount, angle, and availability of natural light entering the building. Orientation of the building influences how much sunlight the building facade receives throughout the day. Latitude and longitude determine the sun path, daylight hours, and seasonal variations, directly impacting daylight autonomy. Fenestration size affects how much daylight can enter a space—larger openings allow more daylight, improving daylight autonomy. Glare caused by daylight does not directly impact daylight autonomy; it affects visual comfort, not the amount of available daylight.

Final Answer: (A), (C), (D)