How Automated Shades Harness and Manage Light

Enhancing Efficiency and Comfort in Manhattan Buildings

Did you know that lighting and climate control comprise more than 65% of energy usage in Manhattan buildings? It only makes sense that solutions that make your New York City commercial spaces more energy efficient should be top priorities. But while automating lighting and climate control is critical, another factor is sometimes overlooked. Harnessing and controlling natural light can be instrumental in enhancing efficiency, comfort, and functionality in your property. Let's explore the role that automated shades can play in achieving all these benefits.  

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Harnessing Natural Light

Amid the crowded skyline of the city, natural light has always been at a premium. Automated shades can play a crucial role in leveraging and managing this resource. By intelligently adjusting to the sun's position, motorized shades like those offered by Lutron ensure optimal daylight utilization, significantly reducing reliance on artificial lighting. This natural illumination not only cuts down on HVAC and lighting energy costs but also enhances the aesthetic appeal of the workspace, making it more inviting and productive. 

Increasing Workplace Comfort

Automated shades go beyond just controlling light; they contribute significantly to the overall comfort of a workplace setting. In Manhattan's urban landscape that can amplify heat and light, automated shades provide a much-needed balance. By cutting down glare, which is known to reduce productivity by up to 20%, and preventing heat buildup, these systems create a work environment that is both comfortable and conducive to productivity. Furthermore, maintaining the city's inspiring external views while controlling light exposure ensures a connected and engaging workspace, aligning with the modern emphasis on open, airy office designs.

Automated Shades for Meeting Spaces and Board Rooms

In the context of meeting and board rooms, the role of automated shades becomes even more pivotal. The ability to darken a room for presentations or to cut glare during critical discussions is not just a matter of convenience but also professionalism. Automated shades can be integrated with conference room control systems, allowing for one-button environmental control. This integration simplifies the process of adjusting lighting and shading, ensuring meetings can proceed with minimal disruption and maximum comfort. Whether it's a high-stakes negotiation or a creative brainstorming session, the right lighting sets the tone, and automated shades make it effortlessly achievable.

With the high cost of Manhattan commercial space, the city's mandates on energy efficiency for climate change, and the challenges of offering enticing work environments, automated shades provide a wealth of benefits to help meet the challenges of today's workplaces. Want to learn more about what automated shades can do for your spaces? Get in touch with our experts or start a chat below—we're eager to work with you.