ArchDaily | Broadcasting Architecture Worldwide https://www.archdaily.com/ Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://assets.adsttc.com/doodles/archdaily-logo-feedly.svg 026CB6 https://www.archdaily.com/1037616/self-sufficient-facades-where-solar-protection-meets-renewable-energy Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:19:00 +0000 Agustina Iñiguez https://www.archdaily.com/1037616/self-sufficient-facades-where-solar-protection-meets-renewable-energy Taking a deeper look at the interplay of light and shadow in architecture seems to be a recurring topic on the agenda of many professionals in the field. Spaces of light and darkness are conceived to enhance circulation and spatial directionality, as well as to highlight the colors, textures, and forms of specific architectural elements. That said, the impact of natural light on building facades reveals the need to develop strategies that support energy savings, improve the thermal and visual comfort of interior spaces, and promote the reduction of carbon emissions. Considering light as another material in architecture, in what ways could its power contribute to the architectural experience?

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