{"id":17493,"date":"2025-11-28T09:21:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-28T09:21:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bioclimatic-pergola.gr\/?p=17493"},"modified":"2026-02-14T14:39:53","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T14:39:53","slug":"shading-and-thermal-comfort-the-other-side-of-the-window","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bioclimatic-pergola.gr\/en\/shading-and-thermal-comfort-the-other-side-of-the-window\/","title":{"rendered":"Shading and thermal comfort: The other side of the window"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:9%;--awb-padding-left:9%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1996.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Outdoor Decor: Transform Your Veranda into the Ultimate Relaxation Destination<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" 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wp-image-17489\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bioclimatic-pergola.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/\u0397-\u03c3\u03ba\u03af\u03b1\u03c3\u03b7-\u03ba\u03b1\u03b9-\u03b7-\u03b8\u03b5\u03c1\u03bc\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae-\u03ac\u03bd\u03b5\u03c3\u03b7-200x113.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bioclimatic-pergola.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/\u0397-\u03c3\u03ba\u03af\u03b1\u03c3\u03b7-\u03ba\u03b1\u03b9-\u03b7-\u03b8\u03b5\u03c1\u03bc\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae-\u03ac\u03bd\u03b5\u03c3\u03b7-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/bioclimatic-pergola.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/\u0397-\u03c3\u03ba\u03af\u03b1\u03c3\u03b7-\u03ba\u03b1\u03b9-\u03b7-\u03b8\u03b5\u03c1\u03bc\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae-\u03ac\u03bd\u03b5\u03c3\u03b7-600x338.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bioclimatic-pergola.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/\u0397-\u03c3\u03ba\u03af\u03b1\u03c3\u03b7-\u03ba\u03b1\u03b9-\u03b7-\u03b8\u03b5\u03c1\u03bc\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae-\u03ac\u03bd\u03b5\u03c3\u03b7-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bioclimatic-pergola.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/\u0397-\u03c3\u03ba\u03af\u03b1\u03c3\u03b7-\u03ba\u03b1\u03b9-\u03b7-\u03b8\u03b5\u03c1\u03bc\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae-\u03ac\u03bd\u03b5\u03c3\u03b7-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/bioclimatic-pergola.gr\/wp-content\/uploads\/\u0397-\u03c3\u03ba\u03af\u03b1\u03c3\u03b7-\u03ba\u03b1\u03b9-\u03b7-\u03b8\u03b5\u03c1\u03bc\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae-\u03ac\u03bd\u03b5\u03c3\u03b7.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:50px;margin-bottom:50px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\" style=\"--awb-font-size:18px;--awb-margin-right:4%;--awb-margin-left:4%;--awb-text-font-family:&quot;Roboto&quot;;--awb-text-font-style:normal;--awb-text-font-weight:300;\"><p>Shading and thermal comfort: The other side of the window<br \/>\nThermal comfort depends largely on the control of light and heat entering through the openings of a building. In areas with intense sunlight, windows act as a gateway for thermal radiation, increasing internal temperatures and creating discomfort. Shading &#8211; external or built-in &#8211; significantly reduces this thermal load, ensuring a more stable and comfortable environment. At the same time, proper management of natural light contributes to visual comfort, reducing glare and protecting materials from premature wear. Thus, shading does not only concern verandas and courtyards, but is a crucial element for every home.<\/p>\n<p>The most common mistakes in shading &#8211; and how to avoid them<br \/>\nShading is often underestimated, resulting in choices that prove to be inadequate or inappropriate. A common mistake is choosing small shades that do not cover the space sufficiently, leaving large areas exposed to the sun. Another mistake is fixed systems without adjustment, which do not respond to the changing needs of the Greek climate. In addition, many ignore the importance of orientation: shading on the south side requires a different design than on the west. Proper study, adequate size calculation and the choice of flexible solutions prevent bad investments and ensure real comfort.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:6%;--awb-padding-left:6%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1996.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" 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