Teglagården

As outdoor mobility becomes more challenging for the elderly, the natural light filtering through expansive windows becomes a vital lifeline, keeping residents connected to the outside world. Skara Municipality, recognizing the need for forward-thinking solutions, embarked on a quest to innovate elder care at Teglagården. The vision was clear: to create a nurturing environment that offers elderly individuals comfort and convenience through innovative lighting and temperature control solutions.

Partnering with window manufacturer LEIAB, ChromoGenics emerged as the frontrunner, offering their ConverLight solution. This dynamic glass system, capable of regulating solar heat radiation by up to 90%, ensures a harmonious indoor environment flooded with gentle daylight. Not only does this enhance the residents' comfort, but it also reduces CO2 emissions and operating costs for the property owner.

However, the main focus of the project was to find a solar shade solution that catered for the specific needs and challenges faced by elderly and dementia patients. For instance, research shows that the movement of traditional sunshades can trigger stress in individuals with dementia. Indoor shadows can also be perceived as disturbing, leading to unnecessary falls. Here, ConverLight's dynamic shifting tones offer a soothing alternative, adapting seamlessly to the sun's movement. Additionally, the warm hue of ConverLight replaces the disorienting blue tones of conventional sunshade films, thus creating a more comfortable indoor climate.