Abstract:
Natural light is the healthiest light physically and
spiritually and should be used with maximum
efficiency in the space. The library structures, which
serve users with different characteristics, continue to
function as culture and information centers and have
been an indispensable part of information societies
from the past to the present with their contributions
to social and economic development. In this study,
the illuminance levels of natural light were analyzed
in the library space of Ostim Technical University,
which is a university library, and space-light
discussions were made on the visual outputs. The
method of the study consists of several stages. First,
the library space was modeled in the computer
environment and natural light distribution analyzes
were made in the Velux Daylight Visualizer program
in line with the determined parameters. The outputs
were examined according to the standards
researched within the scope of the study. The aim of
this study is to examine the brightness levels
provided by natural light in the library spaces through
the library selected as an example and to reveal its
undeniable role in shaping the space together with
the spatial setup.
