Glare Control with Façade Lighting Design: An overview for Visual Comfort in Architecture

Façade lighting improves the look and feel of buildings, giving them new life. However, it can also create problems like glare, which can affect visual comfort, pedestrian safety, and the usability of public areas. Most existing research has focused on indoor glare, light levels, and aesthetic factors while largely ignoring outdoor glare effects. This study takes a deeper look at glare and its measurements in relation to façade lighting. By exploring different types of glare, visual comfort standards, and façade lighting methods, it identifies key factors that contribute to glare. It also suggests a framework for designing glare-aware façade lighting, stressing the need to incorporate visual comfort into both architectural theory and practice.