The difference between patio and atrium

The atrium is surrounded by buildings and subordinate to the internal space of the building;

The patio is surrounded by buildings or buildings and walls, which are between indoor and outdoor space.

2. The top is different

The atrium has a roof;

The patio has no roof, it is a clearing.

3, the area size is different

Atrium is generally large in area;

The space scale of patio is small and the area is relatively small.

4. Different light transmittance

Atrium space can bring a bright and open feeling to the original space;

The light in the courtyard is as dark as a deep well, because there are tall buildings all around.

5. Different applicability

Atrium can be used in gardens, squares, stadiums or open spaces in the middle of quadrangles. Atrium space in public buildings is very common.

Courtyard In modern buildings, especially in large public buildings, traditional patio space is less and less visible.

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