Orienting the House: A Study of the Placing of the House with Relation to the Sun's Rays

"Orienting the House: A Study of the Placing of the House with Relation to the Sun’s Rays" by the American Face Brick Association, published in 1922, is a guide that explores the science behind positioning a house to maximize the benefits of sunlight for comfort and beauty. It shows how careful planning of a home’s location can improve the sunlight in different rooms and porches during all seasons, offering instructions on using sunlight to create a more pleasant home. It also takes into account that things nearby, like other buildings or trees, can affect sunlight reaching a house, so future homeowners can make knowledgeable decisions that will affect their home's environment.