Chris Green of Ago Studios returns to Plum to discuss more "green" design techniques. In this segment, Chris describes the ancient technique of natural ventilation which incorporates air shafts and strategic openings to move air and collect heat. Today, natural ventilation designs can be coupled with passive solar to move heat throughout a building and drastically cut back on the mechanical energy required by fans and the like. While it is ideal to incorporate natural ventilation in the initial design of a building, the technique can be applied retroactively.
Add your comments...