Monthly Archives: May 2012

Balancing the Lodge: A Kiva Rumford Fireplace

The balance between cool and warm means that even a passive solar house should include heating and cooling mechanisms. Rather than use anything that takes power, we’re setting up a couple of other options. Windows are the natural cooling mechanism. … Continue reading

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Take a Hike!

No, really. Go on. Get out, take a walk, take a hike, get out in the world. It turns out this is a great way to feel better, relieve depression, and improve your health. Recently we went on a hike … Continue reading

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