The English courtyard, a real source of light?

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A street of London flats lit by the sun
London housing street with English courtyards – PIXABAY

The typical Londoner

The English courtyard design is often seen in London streets. It is represented by a small, very narrow, landscaped courtyard which is a typical part of buildings below the ground floor. The main purpose of the courtyard is to bring natural light into your home, but it also provides ventilation.

The impact of a courtyard on daylight

The construction of a courtyard is relatively simple. However, certain precautions need to be taken to ensure that the courtyard fulfils its purpose. If the location of the courtyard is poor, the natural daylight and sunlight will not be able to pass through to provide the necessary light for a bright living room. The dwelling will become dark and the well-being of the family will be diminished.

How to support the main functionality of the English courtyard?

The English courtyard has its charm. Nevertheless, natural light is necessary for good living conditions. This is why Espaciel offers different natural light solutions with reflectors. They allow to amplify instantly the brightness of dark houses and to provide a daily comfort. To achieve a perfect combination, several light reflectors can be installed. In addition, the maintenance of the English courtyard is an important element to capture the light rays with ease.

A kitchen and dining room lit with natural light
House interior – Interior designer by Marion Lanoë

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