This mall facility features large retractable glass panels that let in natural light, serving as an example of environmentally friendly shopping center design.
Large facilities like shopping malls aren't known for their environmentally friendly, or visually pleasing designs, however 'Libart', a Turkish company doesn't think it has to be that way. Functioning under the motto ""indoor comfort, outdoor freedom," this company is designing shopping centers that let in natural light and air circulation during beautiful days, while blocking out the harsher elements on less desirable days.
The complex can essentially turn into a simulated outdoor space thanks to Libart's architectural designs which bring the natural elements of the outdoors, inside. The structures are comprised of sliding glass roofs, complete with LED panels to flood the interior with a natural illumination.
These sliding glass panels drastically reduce the need for artificial lighting and air conditioning.
Sliding Glass Roofs
This Environmentally Friendly Shopping Center is Illuminated by Natural Light
Trend Themes
1. Natural Illumination Trend - The use of sliding glass roofs to allow natural illumination in large facilities like shopping centers.
2. Green Building Trend - The trend of environmentally friendly building designs, such as this shopping center utilizing natural light to reduce energy consumption.
3. Indoor-outdoor Transformation Trend - The trend of creating an indoor-outdoor experience in large facilities by incorporating elements of the outdoors through architectural design.
Industry Implications
1. Shopping Center Industry - The shopping center industry can adopt sliding glass roofs for eco-friendly shopping center design that utilizes natural light and air circulation.
2. Architecture & Design Industry - The architecture and design industry can offer more green designs that incorporate natural elements to provide energy-efficient buildings.
3. Construction Industry - The construction industry can explore the trend of indoor-outdoor transformation to create more functional and sustainable structures.