To make sales persons more accessible to clients, the automobile dealership converted its showroom into office space. This positioned employees in front of 16 large westward-facing windows and in the direct path of a brutal afternoon sun. The heat and glare became such a problem...(read more)
While built to withstand hurricanes, floods and tornadoes, this high-tech radio studio, situated in the coastal area of Elizabeth City, was exposed to harsh heat and glare from the sun that reflected on computer terminals and broadcast controls. HalcyonTM Shades used the latest problem-solving technology... (read more)
The Coffee Beanery started the day at 5 a.m. As the sun rose, the heat burned into the nine east facing windows and glare prevented staff from being able to see a customer right in front of them. Plus, customers found the situation uncomfortable.....(read more)
An eighth floor luxury loft with many windows - all with a view of the dynamic city - and an owner who wanted to maintain that view without the problems associated with welcoming......(read more)
The first order of business for museum officials was to protect valuable items from damage while keeping the display rooms open, bright and friendly to visitors. Curators wanted to achieve this environment by allowing daylight to stream in through the museum's 24 windows.....(read more)
Two sides of the library’s rectangular space are comprised of large windows, originally designed to provide an open feeling. Vertical blinds were used in an effort to control the light source and protect the book collection from humidity and mold. Unfortunately, with a large number of windows facing south, the blinds had to be closed most.....(read more) PDF
Because the building is historically registered, no window alterations are allowed. Kaplan tried Venetian blinds, which made the room too dark and eliminated the view.....(read more) PDF