Investigating shade

Constructing models to measure how shade affects internal lighting and temperature.

Ideas for shading

Group of students adding shade to their learning space model.
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Pergola

Adding a curved pergola over the entry doorway
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Shade sails

Adding shade sails over door and window.
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Awning and window shutter

Adding shutters and awnings to windows
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Extra roofing

Creating an air space above the roof
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Making awnings

Students cutting out awnings for their model.
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Roof overhangs, trees and curtains

Many shading ideas for spaces.
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Awnings, curtains and landscaping

Learning space model taking advantage of different shading methods.
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Awnings and landscaping

Controlling internal temperatures using awnings and landscaping.
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