ᐅ Planning the Patio Roof: How Will It Affect Natural Light in the Rooms?
Created on: 20 Aug 2014 15:40
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Voki1Hello dear friends,
We have (once again) a question that we would like to hear different opinions on. We are currently planning a roof extension for the terrace of our bungalow, which could potentially cover the entire terrace (a standard roof with roof tiles, so opaque).
We are concerned that this might reduce the amount of natural light entering the rooms (south / south-east side) so much that the rooms could become "too dark." The terrace would extend about 3.60 meters (12 feet) from the windows and be approximately 8.25 meters (27 feet) wide.
What do you think?
We have (once again) a question that we would like to hear different opinions on. We are currently planning a roof extension for the terrace of our bungalow, which could potentially cover the entire terrace (a standard roof with roof tiles, so opaque).
We are concerned that this might reduce the amount of natural light entering the rooms (south / south-east side) so much that the rooms could become "too dark." The terrace would extend about 3.60 meters (12 feet) from the windows and be approximately 8.25 meters (27 feet) wide.
What do you think?
At what height will the patio roof be? And where will the slope be located? I’m asking because nowadays there are bungalows where the gable roof is simply extended forward, making the roof high enough to allow light into the window.
However, if it has a standard height for a conventional bungalow (around 250cm (8 ft 2 in)), I would say that the corresponding patio window below is almost completely blocked from providing natural light to the room. I would only install an opaque patio roof in front of a room that is illuminated by another window.
Do you possibly have a floor plan showing the position of the canopy so that it can be assessed?
However, if it has a standard height for a conventional bungalow (around 250cm (8 ft 2 in)), I would say that the corresponding patio window below is almost completely blocked from providing natural light to the room. I would only install an opaque patio roof in front of a room that is illuminated by another window.
Do you possibly have a floor plan showing the position of the canopy so that it can be assessed?
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Doc.Schnaggls21 Aug 2014 08:16Hello,
at least the master bedroom is likely to become quite dark with such a terrace roof. The living room and children’s room still have other windows, at least.
Why do you want a full roof covering?
Regards,
Dirk
at least the master bedroom is likely to become quite dark with such a terrace roof. The living room and children’s room still have other windows, at least.
Why do you want a full roof covering?
Regards,
Dirk
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Doc.Schnaggls21 Aug 2014 11:54Hi,
half of it would probably be much better in terms of lighting, but I would question how usable the covered part would be with a depth of around 180 cm (70 inches). A beer table set (protected from rain) definitely won’t fit underneath...
Or are you only considering covering the right or the left half?
Why do you want a roof at all?
Wouldn't a waterproof awning be an option?
half of it would probably be much better in terms of lighting, but I would question how usable the covered part would be with a depth of around 180 cm (70 inches). A beer table set (protected from rain) definitely won’t fit underneath...
Or are you only considering covering the right or the left half?
Why do you want a roof at all?
Wouldn't a waterproof awning be an option?
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