August 7, 2025

Effect of Bioclimatic Features on the Performance of Daylight in Selected Private Hostel Buildings in Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife, Nigeria

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Daylight performance in selected hostel buildings is significantly inadequate, with indoor illuminance levels often below the recommended 300-500 lux.
Buildings oriented to the east and west show improved daylight performance, achieving higher indoor illuminance and daylight factors.
Field measurements identified bioclimatic design features like courtyards and light shelves that enhance daylight conditions in several hostels.
The study highlights a crucial need for future hostel designs to incorporate bioclimatic features, aiming to improve natural lighting and reduce reliance on artificial lighting.

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Quantitative data demonstrates poor daylight performance in hostel buildings, indicating a need for bioclimatic design improvements.

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