Architects shape not only how buildings look but also how people feel and thrive within them. Grounded in new research supported by an AIA Upjohn Grant and in partnership with researchers at the University of Oregon, this session will introduce the Circadian Daylight Guide for Existing Buildings.
This guide translates advanced daylight analysis into practical design strategies. Join us to discover how strategic retrofits—even in older and historic buildings—can enhance wellness, productivity, and equity by improving circadian daylight exposure. Plus, pick up practical tools for applying research-driven daylight innovation in your own work.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the science behind the impact of light exposure on human health and daylight's potential to meet exposure recommendations.
- Discover how to measure and model circadian daylight potential, including the key design variables that influence outcomes.
- Discuss the importance of focusing on existing buildings to maximize sustainability, wellness, and equitable access to healthy daylight.
- Learn how to apply the Circadian Daylight Guide to real-world projects, evaluating potential before-and-after outcomes.