Passive solar architecture is a design strategy that optimizes a building’s energy efficiency and long-term sustainability. By relying on a building site’s solar orientation and climate, sustainable ...

Airports around the globe contribute to the local economy, tourism, and trade. They are vital in connecting communities separated by vast rugged terrains and large bodies of water. Airports also ...

Following a slew of national natural disasters—most recently the Southern California wildfires and the historic winter storm that hit Southern states—interest in durable and sustainable architectural ...

It’s official: passive house design standards are coming to Massachusetts. The lessons learned in the Northeast can help design energy-efficient, multifamily buildings elsewhere too. The Commonwealth ...

With more focus on sustainability here in New York, passive homes may be the wave of the future in Westchester. What is a passive house? Also known as a high-performance home, it is a residence that ...

As the construction industry moves toward greener solutions, the push for sustainable, energy-efficient buildings grows. Global energy consumption for buildings accounts for nearly 40% of total energy ...

Beyond the appearance, there are other features that can take your home to the next level. Quiet luxury isn't just about how your home looks; it's also about how it feels. First and foremost, your ...

“As the city races to retrofit its building stock and meet carbon reduction goals, Passive House offers a solution that’s not just idealistic—it’s practical and proven.” The courtyard at 326 Rockaway ...

Trombe wall systems are an established passive solar design technology that utilises a massive wall with an external glazed façade to capture, store and gradually release solar energy. By absorbing ...

From a minimalist home in Nashik to an earthy sanctuary in Coimbatore, these sustainable homes masterfully combine aesthetics ...

Passive solar design is nothing new — it has probably been around as long as people have been building houses — and it has nothing to do with solar panels. It’s all about creating a comfortable space ...

Many Passive House proponents see the energy performance–based program and its strategies as having great potential for the ...