Passive solar architecture

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Given that today’s houses are better insulated and a lot more airtight than they used to be, Martin Holladay argues that passive-solar design no longer makes sense.

Keeping our homes warm or cool uses a lot of energy. We explore ways to make the most of sunlight with passive solar design

Master 12 passive cooling strategies for hot climates in architecture: Enhance energy efficiency and comfort with smart design choices.

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Learn 12 key passive design strategies for cold climates: Optimize building orientation, form, materials, and more for energy efficiency and comfort.

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Passive solar is harnessing the sun's energy to reduce the need for mechanical heating and cooling. It increases energy efficiency and comfort in the home by adding insulation and improved ventilation. In a passive solar house, the sun's heat is absorbed

The roof is one of the most essential structural elements of nearly every construction. It is the element that allows a delineated space to transform...

Coatesville Passive Solar House, Rodney, North of Auckland, New Zealand The family house is designed as a series of stacking sawtooth roofs designed to capture