Draper is renowned for its expertise in developing customized solar control solutions that optimize energy efficiency, enhance occupant comfort, and reduce overall energy consumption. Through a combination of interior and exterior shading systems, Draper aims to create tailored solutions that align with specific building design requirements and daylighting needs.

Importance of Solar Control Systems

Solar control systems play a crucial role in achieving energy cost savings by effectively managing natural light and controlling solar heat gain. These systems contribute to lowering utility bills, reducing the load on HVAC and lighting systems, and maintaining optimal indoor conditions. Exterior shading is particularly effective in preventing solar heat gain, thereby enhancing the overall thermal performance of the building envelope. Draper’s custom shading solutions are integral to sustainable architecture, offering glare control while maximizing natural light penetration.

Customization Options

Draper offers a diverse range of customization options, catering to unique solar control challenges across various projects. This includes modifications to existing products as well as the design and manufacture of bespoke solutions. The customization process may involve 3D drawings, 3D-printed mock-ups, and full-size or scale mock-ups using production materials to ensure precise implementation.

Project Applications

Let’s delve into two exemplary Custom Solar Control Systems developed by Draper to address specific shading requirements:

1. Wilshire Grand Center, Los Angeles
   • Draper designed a distinctive system featuring motorized blinds with 12-inch louvers, extending up to 30 feet high in the upper and lower sky lobby of the InterContinental Hotel. This system effectively manages heat build-up, reduces glare, and contributes to a unique aesthetic appeal.
2. The University of Chicago Lab School
   • Faced with a facade design featuring unique angles and breaks in glass, Draper engineered a custom motorized shade system with specialized tracks and re-directional rollers. This innovative solution facilitated smooth movement of the shade fabric over angles, providing solar control without compromising workspace square footage.

Manufacturing Excellence

Draper Roller Shades are proudly manufactured in the USA using high-quality fabrics from Phifer and Mermet. This streamlined supply chain ensures rapid deliveries and product availability, allowing Draper to maintain stringent quality control standards and meet client demands efficiently.

In conclusion, Draper’s commitment to custom solar control solutions not only enhances building performance and occupant comfort but also reflects its dedication to innovation and sustainability in the field of architectural shading systems.