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Correct roof overhang depth for proper solar shading
I used Sketchup to help determine how the solar path would fall on the house I am designing. How do I determine the correct amount of shading/sun? With the window…
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Solar passive overhang design on skillion/clerestory roof?
Hi, My husband and I are in the design phase with an architect in Washington, PA (hour south of Pittsburgh..Stiller country). We are attempting to build a solar passive home…
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Window shading in a cool climate – is it needed?
I'm designing a small up/down duplex in a mountain climate with cold winters and cool summers. Do I really need or want window shading overhangs with a relatively high south…
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Metal roof details.
I am designing a house with a shed roof. There is a 2' 6" overhang to provide solar shading for the windows. I do not like the appearance of a…
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New earth sheltered PAHS construction
I would like all opinions regarding my new home construction project. I have a full 3 days experience learning Sketchup and have managed to put several ideas on paper. Please…
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What width should soffit overhangs be in order to use oreintation specific glazing?
What is the minimum industry standard for the width of soffit overhangs in order to take advantage of orientation specific glazing for both triple pane windows and slider/patio doors located…
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What is wrong with a very low pitch roof – 1:12?
Hi. I am in zone 4a (Nashville) I want to know what the cons of a 1:12 or even a .5:12 pitch roof would be for the shed roof offf the side…
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How do you design & build using Eco-friendly materials for real people like me?
I live in a passive solar hybrid home built 30 years ago. 2x6 stud walls 16" o.c, open floor plan, cathedral ceilings, fiberglass batt insulation, clear glass double pane Anderson…
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Too much southern exposure?
We have been looking for a passive solar/contemporary type house without much luck. We are considering this house but I’m concerned there may be not enough overhangs. House was custom…
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Passive Solar & Thermal Mass
On the southern facing rooms having an exposed concrete slab works better for passive solar than a carpet covered floor during winter. Can one have too much exposed interior concrete…