Sugar House Island

Sugar House Island

The proposed development massing was modelled in IES software to accurately represent the proposed dwellings. The model considered the existing surrounding buildings and boundary fences.

Calculations were performed on impacted spaces according to BRE guidance. Results were provided on changes in internal lighting levels within affected homes and rooms, including vertical sky component, no sky line and average daylight factor. The impact on proposed private amenity spaces (terraces, gardens, parks) was also assessed, providing results for annual probable sunlight hours.

A supporting report was issued, detailing the calculation methodology and overall impacts of the proposed development on both internal and external daylight provision in accordance with best practice requirements. Overheating modelling was performed in line with CIBSE TM52/TM59 and Building Regulations Part O criteria. Comfortable conditions were ensured with the proposed cooling/ventilation strategy. Areas of concern or failure were highlighted, and potential remedies were advised. A final report was provided, outlining the results in accordance with Part O criteria.

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Market Sector
Mass Density Residential

Location
London

Client
Energist

The development is a canal-side neighbourhood that redefines the way people live, work and socialise, combining the character and community of Island life with the convenience and connectivity of its east London location.
Sugar House Island development
Sugar House Island development

Services provided:

Assessments of daylight and sunlight explore how a proposed development will influence the accessibility of sunlight to neighbouring properties and regulate natural light levels within the new building. These assessments play a crucial role in mitigating planning risks, shaping viable designs, and ensuring the creation of high-quality, energy-efficient spaces.

Whether its maximising internal daylight provision, quantifying and minimising this impact on other surrounding buildings and dwellings, or measuring the impact of proposals to surrounding public space, Futura Bright can assist you in developing compliant and considerate designs that minimise all impacts. Utilising advanced 3D modelling techniques, across multiple platforms, our building performance specialists provide a comprehensive view of a development’s impact.

Our dedicated team ensures that reports supporting planning applications not only demonstrate compliance but also embody considerate designs, aligning with BRE 209 good practice guidance.

We are here to help you:
  • Manage natural light levels within a development
  • Understand the impact on neighbouring properties
  • Provide coordinated solutions with other disciplines

Internal daylight levels are imperative for securing a happy and healthy internal environment, as well as ensuring that the use of artificial light is reduced as far as possible – reducing energy use. 

Our team has the knowledge and tools model your buildings performance and compare this to best practice guidelines, and provide advice and guidance on how this can be improved. 

Average Daylight Factor, View Out, Annual Probable Sunlight Hours, and Vertical Sky Component are all considered within the modelling to ensure internal environments enhance wellbeing and provide pleasant places to live. Calculations are also sometimes required in support of BREEAM Assessments. 

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