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Passive Solar Windows & Daylighting
Designing for Passive Solar Heating – Window Placement Tips?, South-Facing Windows: How Much Winter Heat Gain Are You Noticing?, Summer Shade Strategies – Keeping Passive Solar Homes Cool in Hot Months, Daylighting Design: Clerestory Windows vs Skylights for Natural Light, Thermal Mass…
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20 discussionsLetting more sun in without major renos - what’s worked for you?
I’ve been on a bit of a mission to brighten up my living room, but the windows are kinda small and I’m not about to knock down walls…
South-Facing Vs. East/West Windows for Winter Warmth—Which Works Better?
I’m trying to figure out the best window orientation for keeping my little 1970s ranch warmer in winter without roasting us in summer. I know south-facing windows are…
Clerestory Windows or Skylights: Which Brings in Better Light (and Less Hassle)?
I've been debating between putting in clerestory windows or skylights for more daylight in my living room. Skylights seem cool for that direct sunlight, but I keep hearing…
Finding the Sweet Spot: Balancing Window Size and Home Efficiency
Here’s how I tried to get the best of both worlds - lots of natural light but still keeping the house cozy and efficient. First, I figured out…
Figuring out the right depth for porch covers when the sun won’t sit still
Caught this article yesterday about how homeowners are using simple math to size overhangs and awnings for their windows, so you get shade in summer but still let…
Keeping rooms bright but cool—how do you do it?
I love having tons of sunlight in my living room, but in the summer it turns into a sauna. I’ve tried just using blinds, but then it feels…
Regretting my big north windows during winter—anyone else?
Got these massive north-facing windows when we remodeled last year, and yeah, the view is awesome - especially with snow. But honestly, the living room gets so chilly,…
Letting in more light without roasting your living room
One thing I tried last summer that actually worked: I put up those cheap white roller shades, but I mounted them a few inches above the window so…
Which way do your windows face for max winter sun?
Just curious - when you were planning your place (or doing renos), did you pay attention to where your windows face for sun in the winter? Like, did…
Sun-soaked winters: does anyone else use big windows and heavy floors?
Caught an article this morning about how some folks are using big south-facing windows paired with concrete or tile floors to keep their homes warmer in winter, just…
