Figure 1
Mitigating overheating risk with noise-attenuating sunspaces.
Note: On this west-facing facade, offstanding glazed sunspaces provide protection from noise and reduce solar gain while preserving daylight and views. Louvered panels provide ample permanent ventilation preventing the sunspaces from overheating.
Source: Arup.
Figure 2
Mitigating overheating risk with shaded balconies.
Note: East-facing, single-aspect flats with large areas of glazing are shaded by the balcony above and the roof overhang. Side-fins shade out the sun in the south, creating an egg-crate facade design. The resulting large balconies provide safe, external space. Pale colours help reduce surface temperatures. The creation of a quieter, vehicle-free plaza with planting reduces noise and pollution.
Architect: John McAslan + Partners. Photo: Joe Clark (http://joeclark.photo/).