High ceiling and clerestory windows allow hot air to escape.
Operable shutters permit air movement with security.
Climate Driven Strategies
Winter Psychometric Chart
Summer Psychometric Chart
1. Passive Solar Heating 2. Thermal Mass Effects 3. Night-Purge Ventilation 4. Natural Ventilation
1. Passive Solar Heating 2. Thermal Mass Effects 3. Night-Purge Ventilation 4. Natural Ventilation
The comfort range for cooler winter conditions can be extended with passive solar heating.
The comfort range for hot and humid summer conditions can be extended through the use of natural ventilation and night cooling.
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Austin is defined by a hot and humid climate. Winters are mild but summers can be brutal. Cooling is the primary challenge for thermal comfort during the majority of the year. In this context, facilitating natural ventilation and moderating intense sunlight become the chief concerns for maintaining comfort while minimizing energy usage.
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