Natural Light Score: How Truva Measures Sunlight, Brightness & Orientation in a Home 🌇

Do you want your next home to be well-lit and drenched in natural light most times of the day? Then you need to know how Truva's Natural Light Score measures sunlight, orientation, and brightness in Truva Homes so you can find a sun-filled space that suits your lifestyle.

At Truva, we understand the importance of natural light in creating a warm and inviting home. Whether you're buying a home in Mumbai or elsewhere, this system is especially useful in top gated communities in dense urban skylines where window placement, orientation, high-rises and nearby towers drastically impact how much natural sunlight your home receives.

That's why we've developed our Natural Light Score - a precise metric to help you make informed decisions when purchasing your home. It is meticulously calculated for each Truva home. Find out how we calculate it and what it signifies for your future home!

How we calculate Natural Light Score of A Truva Home

Truva combines 4 key factors to comprehensively assess how well-lit your home will be:

• Number, Shape & Size of the Windows: We observe the number of windows in each room in the house, along with the shape and size of each window, to determine the potential for natural light to brighten the space.
• Openness to the sky: For each window, we consider its openness to the sky, to evaluate how much natural light can flow into your home. Larger and more open windows allow for better light penetration, while obstructions prevent direct sunlight.
• Window Orientation: Given the sun’s position over Mumbai through the year, the direction of a window plays a crucial role in the amount of natural light it receives. Our score takes into account the specific orientations of all windows and balconies to optimise the natural light experience throughout the day.
• Direct Hours of Sunlight: By tracking the sun path from each window and balcony, we also capture the number of hours for which the house receives direct sunlight. Below are a few snippets of the sun position tracking in action!

What Does Each Natural Light Score Mean In a Truva Home

• Soft (≤ 3) : Homes in this range offer a gentle glow, providing a cozy and calming atmosphere with slight direct sunlight. Ideal for those who prefer a subtle, tranquil environment.
• Balanced (>3 & ≤ 6): This range provides a harmonious mix of light and shade, offering a comfortable amount of natural light. It's suitable for those who enjoy a moderate, unobtrusive brightness.
• Bright (>6 & ≤ 8.5): Homes in this range are well-lit with ample natural light, creating a vibrant space. Ideal for those who appreciate a lively atmosphere with consistent daylight.
• Radiant (>8.5): Homes in this range enjoy the highest level of natural light, providing an exceptionally bright and warm atmosphere. Ideal for those who seek a sunny and exuberant space. These homes receive direct sunlight almost all times of the day.

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To find homes with your ideal Natural Light Score, continue to explore our listings here!

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