Passive Solar Design Features
Passive solar design features refer to architectural elements and techniques that maximize the use of natural sunlight and heat to reduce the need for artificial heating, cooling, and lighting in a building. These features typically include large south-facing windows for maximum solar gain, thermal mass materials to store and distribute heat, overhangs to provide shading in the summer months, and proper insulation to minimize heat loss. Passive solar design aims to create a comfortable and energy-efficient indoor environment by harnessing the power of the sun.