What is a virtual skylight?
It's not a window
These innovative lighting solutions allow you to bring the beauty and benefits of sunlight into any indoor space, transforming your environment, enhancing your mood, and boosting productivity.
Let's explore the captivating world of virtual skylights and discover the magic they can bring to any space.
What are virtual skylights?
Despite the name, virtual skylights don't involve cutting a hole in your roof. It’s not a traditional window, either. Instead, they are high-tech lighting systems designed to mimic natural sunlight.
Imagine them as a window to a sky that's always bright, never cloudy, and doesn't require you to worry about the weather or time of day.
But how does this magic happen?
The secret lies in the advanced technology behind these skylights. They use a combination of LED lights, light diffusion techniques, and sometimes even digital imagery to create the illusion of a traditional skylight.
Picture it like a theatre production. The LED lights act as the 'sun,' while the diffusion panel or digital screen plays the part of the 'sky,' dispersing the light evenly across your room.
This is more than just a simple light fixture, though. Some virtual skylights even replicate natural daylight's color and intensity changes, from the golden hues of a morning sunrise to the soft, calming light of late afternoon. So, even indoors, you can experience the dynamic, ever-changing beauty of the sky. Innerscene’s fixtures all have this circadian rhythm feature.
In essence, virtual skylights are a feat of technology that allows you to enjoy natural-looking light in spaces where traditional skylights or windows aren't an option. Whether it's a retail store, a lounge area, or a windowless office, you can have your own piece of sky thanks to these innovative lighting solutions.
Comparing skylights
Traditional skylight
While traditional skylights can provide a dose of sunshine, they come with limitations that may impact their suitability for your space. Consider the following challenges associated with traditional skylights:
- Installation limited by building structure
- Causes heat gain, increasing cooling costs
- Prone to leaks, needs regular cleaning
- Light depends on sun's position
- Not suitable for windowless or basement spaces
Virtual skylight
Revolutionize your space with virtual skylights. More than just lighting, they offer impressive benefits that redefine indoor living. Here are the top reasons to choose a virtual skylight:
- No roof access needed for installation
- Light without heat, saving energy
- Minimal maintenance, no leaks
- Adjustable light intensity and color
- Perfect for windowless or basement spaces
Comparison table
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Traditional LED panel | Innerscene's Virtual Sun | |
|---|---|---|
Installation | Requires roof access and structural alterations | Can be installed anywhere, no roof access needed |
Light Source | Natural sunlight (UV-rays) | LED lights mimicking natural sunlight - Free of harmful UV-rays |
Dependence on Weather | Light quality and quantity depend on weather conditions | Provides consistent light regardless of weather |
Energy Efficiency | Can cause heat gain, increasing cooling costs | Provides light without added heat, saving on energy costs |
Maintenance | Risk of leaks, requires regular cleaning | Low maintenance, no risk of leaks |
Use in Windowless Spaces | Not suitable for windowless rooms or basements | Perfect for any space, including windowless rooms and basements |
Light Control | Light intensity and color depend on the sun's position | Light intensity and color can be controlled, some models replicate circadian rhythm |
Cost | Can be expensive to install and maintain. Insurance increase. | Initial cost might be higher, but saves on maintenance and energy costs |
Versatility | Limited by the structure and layout of the building | Highly versatile, can be installed in any room or building |
Impact on Building Structure | Potential structural impact due to installation | No structural impact, preserves the integrity of the building |
virtual skylights in action - real reactions
See the reactions of people seeing Virtual Sun for the first time.