DAYLIGHTING IN LIBRARIES/LIBRARY DESIGN (UNIVERSITY MAIN LIBRARY, GODFREY OKOYE UNIVERSITY, UGWUOMUNIKE, ENUGU STATE)

ABSTRACT Thus, this study is underpinned by the daylighting potential to enhance the environment and energy of university libraries with specific focus on Godfrey Okoye University library Ugwuomu- Nike Enugu state Nigeria. The objective of the study is therefore to assess the impact of natural daylight on the users’ satisfaction and performance outcome. It will also try to establish the potential energy conservation that could be attained in case of using natural lighting methods. Blend methodology study was employed through the usage of numerical investigation of financial energy statistics and quantitative questionnaires for the library personnel and clients. The findings declare that the best utilization reduces reliance on artificial lighting and the energy consumption on these types of applications in addition to increasing the positive effects of reading and studying alongside improving the grades. In view of this, the study proposes utilising general beneficial effects of natural light in library settings and recommend adoption of better levels of intelligent lighting system, constant checks and responsive modifications to suit this environment and users’ needs. Specifically, the findings will prove to be invaluable to architects, designers and heads of college and university who seek to design proper and sustainable learning environments.