The Solar Home is a solar heated and naturally
ventilated house designed by Richard Wright. It exploits
the advantages of good orientation and active solar architecture.
The studio of Aonui Architecture operates from the building.
North-facing walls are 80 percent glazed. Thermometers
wired throughout the house automatically monitor temperatures
and trigger windows to open for comfort in summer. In winter
the pre-programmed controller typically keeps the windows
shut. A fan and duct delivers the solar warmed air to a
basement rock bin for storage and later recovery on cold
days.
Research data and automated systems from this experimental
house provide a vital resource in a range of other Aonui
Architecture Ltd projects.
Visit the Solarhomes
website 'Portfolio' section for more technical information.
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