6 Reasons to Choose Large Span Skylights
A large room can look impressive yet still feel dark, especially when windows along the exterior walls leave the center poorly lit. Large Span Skylights bring daylight into these areas. VELUX SkyMax, for example, is available in sizes up to 35 square feet and up to 10 feet long.
A large skylight can noticeably change a room’s light levels, perception of volume, and design possibilities. Below, we look at six benefits for large and deep spaces.
1. More Natural Light
A large glazing area is especially appropriate in spacious rooms, where a small skylight may simply get lost.
2. More Options for Space Planning
A large room does not always allow windows to be placed where they are needed for good natural lighting. Large Span Skylights provide more freedom when choosing the installation location. The structure can be positioned in the part of the roof where daylight is especially needed. This is convenient for large open-plan rooms where areas may be located far from exterior walls.
3. A Greater Sense of Height and Space
Glazing in the ceiling changes the familiar geometry of a room. This is especially striking in rooms with high ceilings, which are characteristic of many homes in Southern California. A Large Span Skylight helps emphasize the vertical volume and visually connect the ceiling with the rest of the space.
4. Turning a Skylight into a Distinctive Design Element
As the size of a skylight increases, it begins to play a more noticeable role in the composition of the room. The placement of the opening can be used as one of the elements that organizes the space. It can support the geometry of the room, emphasize a central area, work with high ceilings, or highlight a specific part of the interior.
In a large open-plan space, a large skylight can become a visual focal point that helps define a separate area without physically dividing the room.
This approach looks especially natural in modern interiors with clean lines and large open volumes, where the skylight opening becomes part of the overall visual design.
5. Transforming the Space Without Adding Square Footage
Sometimes a room needs more daylight rather than more square footage. A Large Span Skylight can make an existing space feel brighter and more open, making it a useful addition to a renovation. For homeowners considering VELUX SkyMax, standard laminated double-pane glazing and custom glazing options offer further choices for the project.
6. Choosing a Skylight Size That Fits the Scale of the Space
Skylight sizes should be selected with the room and roof structure in mind. In one space, a large format may work effectively with the depth of the room, while in another, its placement in relation to specific areas or structural features of the roof may be more important.
If you are considering a Large Span Skylight for your project, our specialists can help you choose the right solution, assess the installation requirements, and guide you through the entire process, from selecting the structure to installation.