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DAYLIGHTING AND BACK-LIGHTING

Translucent honeycomb panels - light diffusion and transmission

Bonded Series panels can be specified to achieve lighting goals. Satin-faced panels are perfect for diffuse backlighting, while transparent-faced panels transmit daylight – the larger the cell, the higher the Visible Light Transmission.

UP TO 65% DAYLIGHT TRANSMISSION – HONEYCOMB TRANSMITS AND DIFFUSES LIGHT RAYS TO SAVE LIGHTING ENERGY

Just as it directs sight lines, honeycomb directs light rays. In fact, honeycomb amplifies diffuse light because light bounces within the honeycomb cells. Some daylight is transmitted directly, and most is diffused, to reduce the energy required for artificial lighting, reduce glare, and increase user comfort. The degree to which daylight is transmitted directly or diffused depends on the panel type chosen. Satin facings ensure total diffusion when desired – the perfect choice for backlit walls – while transparent facings allow views and some direct light, and both factors. can be increased by increasing the honeycomb cell diameter. View all product options here.

 

APPLICATIONS

 

Panelite Bonded Series Partitions Sliding Doors Westfield Los Angeles Woods Bagot B-AH-VT 6

At Westfield’s Los Angeles headquarters, Woods Bagot Architects specified Bonded Series conference room enclosures in three bold colors to provide visual privacy while maximizing natural daylighting. More images.

 

 

Panelite Bonded Series Backlit Panels Lifetime TV Networks NYC_combo2

At Lifetime TV networks’ headquarters in New York, HOK specified Bonded Series panels with satin facings to create striking, color-changing backlit walls. More images.

 

 

Audi Central - Houston, TX

For the Audi USA dealerships, CDR Studio specified Bonded Series panels with clear facings on one side, white on the other to evoke elegance and luminosity at the vehicle handover moment. More images.