Skylight

Q: How to harness zenithal light?

Zenithal light via a skylight, light shaft, or roof glazing. Do not block it with an opaque blind. Light walls to reflect light. Plants under the shaft.

Q: What precautions should be taken to manage variations in zenithal light throughout the day?

Install regulation systems (blinds, sun shades) to control the entry of zenithal light according to needs. This will allow you to adjust natural lighting throughout the day and avoid excessive variations in light intensity.

Lighting

Definition

Zenithal light enters from above (skylight, light shaft, roof lantern). The most beautiful natural light: it illuminates uniformly without glare and reveals volumes.

Learn more about zenithal light

Zenithal light is the purest and most enhancing form of natural lighting for your interior. By entering from above, it creates a soothing and unifying atmosphere, harmoniously revealing the volumes of your room. You can achieve this with a carefully placed skylight, light shaft, or roof lantern, allowing daylight to bathe your space. This type of natural lighting is ideal for accentuating the sense of space and height, while enhancing noble materials such as wood, stone, or glass. Do not hesitate to combine it with minimalist furniture and light colors for a bright and soothing result. With its uniform rendering and complete absence of glare, zenithal light will highlight your finest decorative achievements, in a contemporary or more classic style according to your tastes.

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Frequently asked questions

Zenithal light enters from above. The most beautiful natural light: uniform and revealing volumes.

Zenithal light via a skylight, a light shaft, or a roof glazing. Do not block it with an opaque blind. Light walls to reflect light. Plants under the shaft.

Pitfall: a south-facing zenithal light without solar protection that overheats. Solar control glazing and blackout blinds for summer.

Position skylights so that zenithal light is directed towards the main activity areas of the room. Avoid placing them directly above workstations to prevent annoying reflections.

Choose transparent or translucent materials such as glass, polycarbonate, or PMMA (plexiglass) for zenithal openings. They will allow homogeneous diffusion of zenithal light in the room.

Combine zenithal light with accent lighting (spotlights, wall lights) to highlight certain elements of the room. Also play with contrasts in light intensity to create areas of shadow and light and add depth to the space.

Zenithal light provides natural and generous brightness, while minimizing glare. It contributes to a serene and calming atmosphere, in addition to offering ecological benefits through improved energy efficiency.

Install regulation systems (blinds, sunshades) to control the entry of zenithal light according to needs. This will allow you to adjust natural lighting throughout the day and avoid excessive variations in light intensity.