Human migration in solar homes for seasonal comfort and energy conservation

Journal Article · Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1987 · Passive Sol. J.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5582093

Crowther, R

Every new and existing dwelling can benefit from spaces and migratory pathways that are responsive to and aligned with the natural energies of the building environment. Conceptual planning and architectural design attuned to these natural energies can increase comfort, energy conservation, and indoor and outdoor use of space. Of special importance is responsiveness to daily and seasonal microclimatic changes. The aim of this article is to provide themes and examples especially related to human migration patterns as determined by activity and response to climate.

• Research Organization: 401A Madison St., Denver, CO 80206
• OSTI ID: 5582093
• Journal Information: Passive Sol. J.; (United States), Vol. 4:2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

14 SOLAR ENERGY
32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS
MICROCLIMATES
THERMAL COMFORT
DAILY VARIATIONS
DESIGN
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
HUMAN POPULATIONS
MIGRATION
PLANNING
SEASONAL VARIATIONS
SOLAR ARCHITECTURE
SOLAR SPACE HEATING
THERMAL EFFICIENCY
ARCHITECTURE
BUILDINGS
CLIMATES
EFFICIENCY
HEATING
POPULATIONS
SOLAR HEATING
SPACE HEATING
VARIATIONS
140900* - Solar Thermal Utilization
320100 - Energy Conservation
Consumption
& Utilization- Buildings