WINDOWS

Solar energy from the south-facing windows provides the house with natural heat in the winter.  Adequate roof overhang provides protection from the sun's heat in the summer.  The windows also reflect heat back into the house in the winter and reflect heat out in the summer.

Insulation is being tested in 2006-2007 between the inside windows and the Plexiglas storm windows to save energy.  Two-inch foam is used between the lower part of the windows and heat reflecting foil insulation in the upper part.  56% of the windows are located on the south side of the house and 27% on the east side.  A skylight has four panes of glass to conserve energy.