An opening to the sky, skylights offer a fresh solution to bring daylight indoors. Especially useful for higher density dwellings where options for traditional windows may be limited, or those properties where light cannot easily enter other areas of the building, the skylight or roof window can be an invaluable addition to design, drawing light in to transform a dark room.

What are the benefits of skylight windows?

Skylights can fill a space with natural light and heat, inject fresh air into a room (if an operable skylight installation is chosen). Natural light is important, especially if the room in question is a bedroom or area that will be used for long periods of time because natural light is known to increase performance in the workplace and have a significant impact on mood. 

As a passive ventilation method, roof windows or skylights for the home can draw in the fresh air, changing the experience of a stuffy room, which can allow for reduced mechanical ventilation costs, as well as mechanical heating and cooling costs. 

A fixed or non-opening skylight that does not open still offers significant benefits, but most predominantly the opening up of a new view to the skies - an important connection to the natural world. 

Operable flat glass skylights

Many skylights are in hard-to-reach places, and as such there are a variety of solutions available, from the most basic of non-mechanical through to advanced systems connected to smart automation systems for the home. Others can be operated by remote control, sensor or via an app - the choices are endless and depend on the intended functionality, roof type and budget. Skylights can be installed in most situations, include low pitch roof forms and most types of roofing.

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