Analysis of the Presence of Natural Light in the Southern (Route) Rasteh of Vakil Bazaar in Shiraz

Subject Areas : Space Ontology International Journal

Maede Moghadam ¹ , Kourosh Momeni ^{2 *}

1 - Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planing, Jundi-shapur University of Technology, Dezful, Iran.
2 - Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture and Urban Planning, Jundi-Shapur University of Technology, Dezful, Iran

Received: 2024-07-21 Accepted : 2025-04-22

Keywords: Natural light, Vakil bazaar, SDA index, Rhinoceros software, Honeybee plugin,

Abstract :

Light, as the most effective element of nature, beyond providing illumination, light fulfills climatic needs, psychological requirements, and the decoration of spaces.In this regard, a study was conducted in Vakil Bazaar in Shiraz. This study aims to investigate qualitative conditions of natural light in the southern route (rasteh) of the bazaar, and to propose ways to improve these conditions. This research was carried out using a descriptive-analytical method with the aid of Rhino software, the Grasshopper and Honeybee plugins to analyze the southern rasteh of Vakil Bazaar in terms of light conditions throughout the year. The findings indicate that the Spatial Daylight Autonomy (SDA) index, based on 300 lux, for the southern route of Vakil Bazaar is currently 23.64. Considering that the SDA index for indoor lighting in suitable conditions is 50, the current lighting conditions are considered unfavorable, and based on the calculations of software tests, it is suggested that the roof hornos of the bazaar up to a diameter of one meter.How to improve the lighting conditions in the Vakil bazaar with the help of software analysis and by modeling the past conditions of the Vakil bazaar, is one of the most important results of this research.

References:

1)Aminibadar, F; Mokhtabad Amrai, M, 9, H. (2020). Analysis of Natural Light Presence in the Rasteh and Charsough of Qaysarieh Bazaar, Isfahan. Iranian Journal of Architecture and Urbanism. 11(19), p 5-24. (In Persian)
2)Ardeshiri, M ; Memarin, Gh. (2010). Shiraz urban identity.Shiraz. Navide Shiraz. (In Persian)
3)Bahrololoomi, H.( 2017). Conservation of Vakil Bazaar with a Focus on Reviving Customs and Traditions. Master's thesis in Conservation and Revitalization of Historical Buildings and Contexts. University of Art. (In Persian)
4)Bakrani, M.( 2010). Solutions and patterns for lighting at night to show the values of the building during the day: a case study of Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque. Master's thesis in Conservation and Revitalization of Historical Buildings and Contexts, Isfahan University of Art. (In Persian)
5)Evans, BH. (2000). Daylight in architecture. Translated by Shahrampour Dehimi and Houri Adl Tabatabai. Tehran, Pirooz Publications. (Original work published 1981).
6)Iqbali Derakhshan, B; Mendegari, K & Omidvari, S. (2014). explaining the concept of place in the model of traditional markets. National Conference of Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering and Physical Development. Kohdasht. (In Persian)
7)Irandoost, K ; Bahmani Oramani, A. (2011). Evolution of the Physical Structure of Traditional Markets in Iranian Cities: A Case Study of Kerman City Bazaar. Iranian-Islamic Urban Studies Quarterly. 5,p 5-20. (In Persian)
8)Mahvash, M. (2014). Qualitative presence of light in historical Iranian architecture. Tehran. Cultural research. (In Persian)
9)Majidi, A ; Khodadad, F. (2018). The effect of light on the human psyche with an emphasis on the material of the interior surfaces in the housing space. Gozaresh Quarterly. 98. P 30_36. (In Persian)
10)Melman, D. (2005). Daylight design in libraries. America United States Museum and Library Institute.California.
11)Meiss, PV. (2005). Architectural elements from face to place. Translated by Farzin Fardanesh. Tehran, Shahid Beheshti Publications, (Original work published 1990).
12)Miri, M; Company Saeed, M. (2012). Examining the requirements of daylight access in Iran's national building regulations (a case study in Qazvin). Tehran. Utopia architecture and urban planning. Journal of architecture, urban design, and urban planning. Selected articles of the special issue of the first lighting design conference in Iran. P 109-121. (In Persian)
13)Moazeni, M; Tuofan, S & Sattarzadeh, D. (2020). Evaluation of light patterns affecting the quality of life of residents of residential units using fractal geometry. Two Quarterly Journal of Andisheh Me’mari, Scientific Journal. Year 4, 7, P 137-12. (In Persian)
14)Moradi, M; Bahmani, A & Oskoui, F. (2010). Traditional market, the crystallization of contemporary urban planning ideals. Tarah Quarterly. 1, p 131-169. (In Persian)
15)Nabil, A; Mardel Joyk, J. (2004). Useful Daylighting A New Paradigm for Daylight Evaluation in Buildings. England. Lighting research and technology. 37, 1.
16)Najari Nabi, R ; Mahdinajad, J. (2020). Evaluation of the Role of Physical and Functional Factors in the Social Acceptance of Traditional Markets in Iran Using Space Syntax Technique: Case Study, Tabriz Bazaar. Nazar Journal of Art, Architecture, and Urbanism Research Institute. (In Persian)
17)Najdjavadipour, sh. (2019). Using the concept and architectural components of a market as a tool to create architectural spaces that stimulate and awaken
the senses. Unpublished master's thesis. Wits University, Auckland, New Zealand.
18)Nasr, T. (2004). Architecture and urban planning of Shiraz during the Pahlavi period.Tehran. Rosenekar Publications. P 25–30(In Persian)
19)Organization of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts of Fars Province.
20)Ouria, M; Sayyah, S & Azami, A. (2018). lighting quality and human health problems in man-made environments. Journal of Solar Energy Research Volume 3, 2. P 155-163
21)Pirnia, M K; Memarin, Gh. (2014). Iranian Architectural Stylistics.Tehran. Memarin, Gh.
22)Rajabi, A; Safahan, A. (2009). Iranian Bazars embody sustainable ideas. Scientific publications of Islamic Azad University . 10, 3,p 114-132. (In Persian)
23)Reinhart, ChF. (2014). Daylighting Handbook 1, Fundamentals, Designing with the Sun, Building Technology Press.
24)Reinhart ChF; Mardaljevic J & Rogers Z. (2006). Dynamic daylight performance metrics for sustainable building design, Leukos. Vol. 3, 1, p 7–31.
25)Safaeetabar, M. (2016). Optimizing the way to use natural light in the outer wall of a traditional house in Mashhad. Master's thesis in architectural engineering, Faculty of Art and Architecture, Yazd University.(In Persian)
26)Sami,A. (1984). Shiraz everlasting city. Shiraz.Navid.
27)Shaghafi, S. (1999). The role of the market in the structure of the Islamic city. Geographical Research Quarterly. 55. (In Persian)
28)Shiri, T; Didehban, M & Taban, M. (2019). The effect of form on the amount of shading and heat absorption in the dome of Yazd reservoirs. Islamic Architecture Research Quarterly. 2019. 7th year, 25th issue. (In Persian)
29)Sultanzadeh, H. (2001). Iranian Markets. Cultural Research Office, Tehran. p 4-28
30)Tavakolian Ferdowsieh, M; Ismailpour, N & Noqsanmohammadi, MR. (2016). Redesigning the market based on the ability to form and record collective memory, case study: Khan Bazaar, Yazd city. Scientific-Research Journal of Nazar Institute of Architecture and Urban Planning. 13th year, 39. (In Persian)
31)White, J. (2009). Daylight design for education. Unpublished master's thesis. State University of New York. New York.
32)Zare, F ; Heydari, Sh. (2015). Architectural design using natural light, an approach in library design for the city of Tehran. Hoviyat-e-Shahr. 4, 9th year, p 58-55. (In Persian)