Passive Solar Design: Your Design & Materials

Passive solar design and energy efficient design

should be integrated into your new construction.

Consider using salvaged and

recycled material or the

material that offers the

longest life span options for

exterior walls & decks

Ensure that you use a high

quality passive ventilation

design at the very start of

your project

Ensure that your home is

zoned for heating, cooling,

lighting.

Consult with those in the

environmentally sustainable

field & ensure you get the

best advice

Consider using bamboo, wool, cork, salvaged wood

or even recycled glass for your floors or countertops.

Use rapidly renewable and low embodied energy wall infill

materials (straw bale / straw clay, etc.).

When painting your new

home, use recycled content

or low / no VOC paints.