Browse Forums Building A New House Re: Clerestory windows in a skillion E/W roof 2Mar 04, 2016 8:56 am Custom build Northern NSW viewtopic.php?f=31&t=72217 Re: Clerestory windows in a skillion E/W roof 6Mar 04, 2016 10:35 am Thanks oneJohn, My concerns exactly, will the breeze actually come in since it would be asked to go from ceiling to ground height against potential heat rising from the inside. And I don't really want western windows as that western sun is a killer. I guess I'm hoping it will go SE to NW and exit through the back of the house. I'm not really worried with the solution to how to open them as such (as long as there is one), I'll do what it takes to make the house work well. At least I know I'm thinking up the right potential issues lol How do I work out the right answer? Re: Clerestory windows in a skillion E/W roof 11Mar 04, 2016 8:48 pm Consult a thermal assessor who will be able to tell you the exact data for every scenario...worth the $500 to know exactly how to make the most of your design build. I found one in my new (build) area and her advice has been invaluable! Re: Clerestory windows in a skillion E/W roof 14Mar 05, 2016 9:20 am cuebiyar Thanks deejay08 I hadn't seen that website before! No worries...I used this to find an accredited assessor. The report I received is so detailed and we've had loads of discussions on the best way to achieve the most stars for our climate. You'll be surprised how much windows make a difference! Let us know how you go Re: Clerestory windows in a skillion E/W roof 16Apr 07, 2016 7:41 pm Saig Hi deejay, sorry about jumping in but which energy report did you go for? Thank you. Hi saig, we got a thermal report which was run through first rate software. I got her to run quite a few scenarios for us and each one is detailed with energy usage ratings and recommendations. We got the most we could out of our volume build. Most of which were simple and not costly. We did get insulated glazing units which was $ but worth it. Other than that it was layout, floor coverings and insulation that made some significant changes to thermal comfort and energy usage. As did down lights! Unsealed they drag down the star rating an astounding amount! Re: Clerestory windows in a skillion E/W roof 17Apr 08, 2016 8:30 am With your downlights, just be careful that you choose the right ones. Some of them you can run your insulation completely over the top of them if you use a shroud. Others you can't at all. Stewie Why don't you call and talk with someone at the town planning in your council? 1 2209 Personally, considering your layout (study/work desks in bedrooms), I don't think you have any other option but to leave NW windows and make them as big as possible e.g.… 7 10708 Hi, I'm planning to build a new house and wanted to get some feedback on the different window designs for a master bedroom. Our bedroom is north facing and the bed will… 0 4665 |