This workshop presents a critical review of the design and application of mirrored louvers in the fenestration and shading systems of commercial buildings.  Basic solar shading strategies will be explained and the performance of mirrored louvers evaluated in comparison to other fenestration systems.  A series of custom designed mirrored louver profiles will demonstrate principles of visible transmittance, light distribution, view retention and heat transfer. Two case studies will highlight the application of mirrored louvers in high-rise structures and detail the critical planning process between façade designer, HVAC planner, and building physicist.
Learning Objectives
1) Participant will learn basic daylighting and shading strategies to protect buildings from overheating and simultaneously improve daylighting.
2) Participants will learn the primary optical and thermal characteristics of mirrored louvers used inside and outside of insulated glass units.
3) Participants will learn how to use mirrored louvered façade systems to balance energy (heating, cooling and electric lighting) and evaluate the resultant energy savings due to reduced cooling and electric lighting loads.