A simplified explanation. Passive solar design uses the building itself to work with the sun. Orientation, window placement, shading, and thermal mass help capture warmth in winter and limit heat in summer. A simple idea with long-term impact. #PassiveSolar #SustainableDesign #ClimateResponsiveDesign #ArchitectureExplained #EnvironmentalDesign #ArchitectureEducation #Archimarathon | Archimarathon

How Solar Enhances Architectural Form | Powered By Design Design isn’t just about how something looks, it’s about how it works. In this episode of Powered by Design hosted by Tom Webster, we explore how solar, when integrated from the very beginning, can shape the architectural language of a home. From roof pitch and orientation to materiality and glazing, every detail can be considered through the lens of performance without compromising aesthetics. This home by AO Architecture in Pākiri is a s