Heat was the problem, skylights were the solution
Bridestowe lavender Estate is the world’s largest privately owned lavender farm, and one of Tasmania’s most popular tourist destinations. The downside to Bridestowe Lavender Farms popularity is that the large number of visitors was making the heat unbearable.
It reached a point to where the heat was so unbearable visitors were actually fainting!
The heat and U.V rays combined with intense artificial lighting was causing products and stock to deteriorate.
Velux skylights soon came to the rescue. 15 Velux skylights were installed throughout the showroom, café and kitchen areas. Many of Velux skylights open electronically making it extremely easy to allow adequate ventilation with the touch of a button, even on hot days. They also are capable of closing automatically when it rains.
The power savings have been huge thanks to the installation of the Velux skylights. Bridestowe no longer needs to rely on artificial means of lighting and cooling such as fans and airconditioners. Artificial lights were a major heat source and contributed greatly to the deteration of products. Velux skylights block heat and UV rays almost completely, and the products look much better displayed in natural, warm lighting.
The artificial lighting alone was costing Bridestowe $21 a day in power, combined with air condition costs, the savings are quite substantial!
Transformation
With the installation of Velux skylights, Bridestowe Estate has completely transformed, flooding the spaces with natural light and fresh air thanks to the ventilation.
Even though the Velux skylights are a long term investment, the positive impact is immediate on the business.
Visitors stay longer, products are presented better and don’t deteriote and of course, staff are much happier!
Solution
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