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Modular skylights support sustainable design

In Copenhagen, the almost 100-year-old Grøndalsvængets School has undergone a refurbishment and extension to create additional space for sport, music, and study. This sustainable project included a retrofit of the existing main building, as well as two new build constructions. These buildings were designed to transform educational facilities with the introduction of Modular Skylights to optimise daylight and fresh air and invigorate young learners.

New builds considerate of a neighbourhood aesthetic achieve sustainable goals

To preserve the history of the surrounding area, sustainable design plans by architects JJW Arkitekter resulted in 250,000 community bricks being reused and cradle-to-cradle mortar. This decision was taken to ensure the aesthetic of the surrounding neighbourhood would be replicated by recycled brick from a nearby hospital.

The installation of 77 Northlight modules onto sloped roofs include multiple rows and single units to ensure daylight is available throughout the new school facilities. Daylight through the roof and facade means less reliance on artificial lighting. Natural ventilation reduces a need for mechanical ventilation in warmer months and helps lower carbon dioxide levels.

Daylight and ventilation have lowered energy consumption, and work in support of sustainability goals reflective of school values focused on innovative approaches to study. Over 300 students and 25 staff now enjoy extra-curricular activities, modern classrooms, and an inviting common area in two new buildings.

Active spaces transformed by daylight

In the new builds, a sense of space and harmony has been created by the presence of daylight and ventilation. The introduction of north-facing modular skylights mean occupants can enjoy a naturally well-lit environment without over exposure to sunlight. Reduced glare also makes it safer and more enjoyable for students engaging in sporting activities such as gymnastics and volleyball.

Prior to the new extension, a lack of concentration and focus was seen in students. The ability of teachers to work efficiently with digital whiteboards was impacted by over exposure to sun at certain periods of a day. Heat could also be an issue in warmer months and resulted in higher costs due to a lack of natural ventilation in the main building. Informed decision making resulted in Northlights being chosen for the two new builds.

Several rooflights come with integrated roller blinds to further help manage the indoor climate. The introduction of daylight and fresh air through the roof has resulted in less issues with occupant well-being such as headaches and tiredness, and more periods of focused study.

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Products used in project

5 x Northlight

Northlight 25-90°

A rooflight series for sloped, shed or saw tooth roofs.

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4 x Acrylic Domes

Single-unit Dome Rooflights

Available in a wide range of shapes and sizes, single-unit dome rooflights provide daylight and comfort ventilation.

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Number of modules:
77 modules of Northlights
4 Acrylic Domes

Project size:
New school building 2754 m², new music and sports building: 1629 m², renovation 5100 m², landscape 10.000 m².

Northlight 25-90°

A rooflight series for sloped, shed or saw tooth roofs.

Illustration of Northlight solution Read more

Single-unit Dome Rooflights

Available in a wide range of shapes and sizes, single-unit dome rooflights provide daylight and comfort ventilation.

Dome Rooflight - Dome Read more

Kristoffer Gregersen

Headmaster, Grøndalsvængets School

In our new school, music and sports building, daylight and fresh air create a feeling of being welcomed each day. As a team, we focus on the role of teaching, and how best to fully support the younger children in our school instead of talking about issues like stuffiness in classrooms. In our staff room, indoor climate is no longer an issue of debate, but daylight and fresh air are spoken of highly.

Kristoffer Gregersen

Headmaster, Grøndalsvængets School

When you see children and teachers happy, you really enjoy being a headmaster. We want to create the best environment for teaching and learning, so when I walk around the school it gives me joy to see people happy. With the presence of daylight and a good indoor climate, we have a school environment where everyone can do their best.

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