Navigating Ethical Sourcing in Construction
There is increasing importance being placed on ethical sourcing on the part of clients and commissioners of construction projects. In response, the industry and the various bodies and organisations that…
We’re Celebrating Global Shading Day!
As we approach Global Shading Day 2024, a momentous occasion set for tomorrow, March 21st, it’s time to delve into the profound significance of this day and the urgent need…
Biophilic Design and Solar Shading
In the pursuit of sustainable and aesthetically pleasing architectural solutions, the marriage of biophilic design principles with solar shading systems has emerged as a groundbreaking trend. Architects, designers, and contractors…
Environmental Regulations in the Construction Industry
The construction industry plays a pivotal role in shaping the build environment, but also carries a significant environmental impact. The UK built environment is responsible for approximately 25% of total…
The Use of Timber in Brise Soleil and Screening Systems
In September, Contrasol celebrated FSC Forest Week which raised awareness of sustainable forestry in the use of architectural timber. In this blog, the fifth in the series, we look at…
Brise Soleil Innovations: Advancements in Technologies
In the last blog published by Contrasol, we explored the history of brise soleil and how these shading systems have been used for centuries. In this latest blog article, we…
The Sustainability Benefits of Brise Soleil
With the planet growing ever hotter, the world is becoming increasingly conscious of the environmental impact of having to artificially cool buildings. As such, architects and designers are incorporating passive…
Brise Soleil: Sun Paths and Optimal Fin Orientation
Brise Soleil, a French term meaning “sun breaker”, refers to an architectural feature and shading device designed to control the penetration of sunlight into a building while maintaining visual transparency…