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I’ve heard of commercial buildings that utilize “light shelves”, either interior or exterior horizontal surfaces that direct natural light deeper into a room, and I wonder if anyone has seen […]
Light Shelves reldred79 | Posted in General Questions on March 28, 2026 11:42am I’ve heard of commercial buildings that utilize “light shelves”, either interior or exterior horizontal surfaces that direct natural light deeper into a room, and I wonder if anyone has seen this concept executed in residential buildings, or single family homes? Answer GBA Detail Library A collection of one thousand construction details organized by climate and house part Search and download construction details Join the leading community of building science experts Become a GBA Prime member and get instant access to the latest developments in green building, research, and reports from the field. Start free trial Related Questions Skylight or light shelf? Best daylighting strategy for a passive ADU in zone 6 Energy-Efficient LED Light Fixtures Exterior Wall Light Electrical Box Light shelves Replies Log in or create an account to post an answer. Sign up Log in
