way to reduce
your cost of
living and
impact on the
environment.”
—ARCHITECT PETER PFEIFFER
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AIRFLOW
A raised stone
fireplace in the living
room,
above left,
brings heat to where
it's most welcome
when the family
gathers here: the
height of the
seat cushions.
5
THERM OSTAT
Digital
programmable
thermostats sense
humidity in the house
and correct the level
when needed.
6
OVERHANGS
This home's
overhangs extend
3 to 5 feet to provide
sum m er shading.
Another bonus: “We
don't have to clean
our windows very
often,'' Ann says.
7
LANDSCAPING
Drought-tolerant
native plants
minimize water
usage. Shade from
existing trees helps
keep the house cool.
I 5 8 JUNE 2008
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