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A shallow, open floor plan allows free flow of cross ventilation through the house
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Airflow can be directed across thermal mass in the ceiling, floor, or elsewhere inside the home through various window and louver configurations
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Casement windows or wing walls can create zones of higher pressure (right) and lower pressure (left) to encourage cross ventilation when wind is flowing parallel to window openings
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Comfort ventilation focuses on airflow over occupants; in this example of wind-driven cross ventilation, the air is directed through the main occupied areas of the bedroom
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Jalousie windows use shutters rather than glass over the window openings to allow for maximum ventilation. Screens may be installed to keep out insects.
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Locating windows on adjacent and opposite sides of the house will allow cross ventilation regardless of wind direction
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Right - Provide passive ventilation in hot climates by installing wind chases and vents.
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Right – This aluminum jalousie window provides solar control while allowing view and ventilation.
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The operable windows in this house are located at occupant level to provide comfort ventilation.