Browse Forums Building A New House Re: North Facing Block, East or West living areas? 4Apr 01, 2014 1:59 pm Build thread: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=65085 Re: North Facing Block, East or West living areas? 5Apr 01, 2014 3:04 pm ~ Anne I used to be indecisive but now I'm not quite sure. Eeek - We're embarking on a knockdown rebuild! Click here for our build thread Our blog: kdrhome.wordpress.com Re: North Facing Block, East or West living areas? 6Apr 01, 2014 8:08 pm Need hints, tips and inspiration? Join me on my Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ournewhomecoach Who am I? See my LinkedIn page: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jennifer-crawford/1a/429/296 Re: North Facing Block, East or West living areas? 9Apr 03, 2014 4:36 pm Don't know about dark tiles as they will soak up the heat from the afternoon sun. I would probably think fairly hard about the window sizes, and avoid full height windows/patio doors on the east and west side. (Most builders will reduce the window size as a no cost variation) There are some more thoughts about window size at this link: http://www.anewhouse.com.au/2012/02/window-size/ The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. The warning is on the sticker on the door too. Second the aluminium powdercoat 6 18204 It might be a bit darker in the mornings but the light is still light, so you should be getting it. Similar to what you see from your western windows 3 19992 Hi, can anyone recommend a custom home builder who can build in north east area? Looking to build a custom 4-br energy-efficient home with a max budget of 750k. If they… 0 22825 |