Solar House, Saluna River, Lexington, South Carolina
The design was an attempt to satisfy most of the relatively modest heating load passively and at the same time take advantage of the river and shade from native Water Oaks to defray cooling requirements.
View of trombe wall from the interior
A large vertical collecting area uses standard sliding glass door panels, many of which operate for ventilation. In this climate, some significant glass is permissible on the river side, where openings promote cross-ventilation when desired. An open interior, with operating interior windows into rooms, allows air to move throughout the structure.
awards:
Architectural Record
1983 Record Houses
Award for Excellence in Planning and Design