Passive Solar

Passive solar design uses smart building placement and features like south-facing windows and thermal mass to capture and store the sun's heat naturally, cutting heating bills and boosting comfort in cold climates. Getting these strategies right from the start is essential because they involve core decisions about where your building sits, window placement, and structural design that become costly headaches to change later. By planning passive solar elements early, you'll lock in long-term energy savings, reduce your dependence on heating systems, and create a naturally comfortable space while keeping costs reasonable and maintaining good design flow.​

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