Natural Lighting in Educational Buildings: The Case of "Kuwait University"

Natural lighting is an indispensable element of architectural design. The effective use of natural lighting within the spaces of educational structures creates a healthier, more efficient, and enjoyable learning environment for students and educators, positively influencing the educational experience indoors. Research indicates that natural lighting has positive effects on learning activities. Natural light not only contributes to healthy visual communication among students, educators, and their surroundings but also positively affects physiological and psychological well-being. Therefore, the interior spaces of educational buildings require the most efficient utilization of natural light. Geographic location and climatic characteristics play a significant role in shaping the architecture of educational buildings and the design of interior lighting systems. The position, angle, intensity, and duration of sunlight are important factors that determine how natural light should be incorporated into interior spaces. Based on these factors, it is essential to effectively utilize natural lighting in educational buildings and create a healthier and more productive learning environment interiors. Kuwait University is an exemplary case, particularly with its applications in the College of Life Sciences and the College of Liberal Arts building. In this study, the effective use of natural lighting in educational structures through the mentioned faculty buildings and the advantages arising from this approach have been examined.