House Orientation

Consider how the house is orientated to make the most of the sun in the winter and the cool breezes in the summer.

A home that is well positioned on its site delivers significant lifestyle and environmental benefits. Discuss carefully the orientation of your home and orientation of various rooms with your designer.

• Rooms to the North – warmest, best for living areas
• Rooms to the South – coolest, best for bedrooms
• Rooms to the West – gets afternoon sun
• Rooms to the East – gets morning sun, best for breakfast rooms and kitchens
• Locate laundries, bathrooms and garages to south, west and east.
• Avoid west facing bedrooms where possible that can overheat in the evening.