The Beauty of Solar Design

Reader Contribution by Staff

One of the most promising technologies for the future is also one of the simplest and least expensive: passive solar design. The concept is simple. You can build a house that maintains a more constant, comfortable temperature and reduce your energy bills simply by designing a home to maximize natural heating and cooling.

Last Saturday, I was able to visit three different passive solar homes on a local homes tour that was part of the larger National Solar Tour. The tour confirmed what I’ve always heard about passive solar designs: They can be beautiful homes.

Sure, not every passive solar house is going to be an attractive home. But the basic principles of passive solar certainly point home builders in that direction. Here’s why:

  • Published on Oct 15, 2007
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