SET Proceedings 2978-4387 Caravel Press 10.65582/set.2004.059 2004.059 The Architectural Applications of Fabric Membranes for Daylighting and Solar Control Mundo-HernandezJ. laxjjm@nottingham.ac.uk FordB. RutherfordP. ChiltonJ. School of the Built Environment, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK, NG7 2RD Institute of Architecture, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK School of Architecture, University of Lincoln, Brayford Pool, Lincoln, UK, LN6 7TS 28062004 3 978-1-995850-06-1 1 7 28 June 2004 © 2004 Copyright WSSET 2004

This paper studies the physical and environmental characteristics together with the architectural applications of fabric membrane structures. It explores the daylight environment provided by membrane structures through the analysis of four case studies of sports halls located in England. The study also explores issues of solar control, including the avoidance of problems such as glare, overheating or uneven illumination. Finally, advantages and disadvantages of introducing fabric membranes to control daylight penetration and quality are discussed.

 fabric architecture membrane structures daylight visual comfort 28 to 30 June 2004 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Energy Technologies SET2004 3 Nottingham, United Kingdom