Good idea about exploring solar heating additons. Here in the Northwoods, the sun in winter is very low so we get very little "raw material" to convert for our use. We also have a large number of high trees to the south of the house that will interfere with winter sun. I think the light gathering tube will do something to save electricity in the upstairs hall-- but this will be very modest.
E and E have a reputation for building homes that are very heat and energy efficient-- low E and high R I guess it would be. When we first met with them they said the heat efficiency of the new home would be 30-40% greater than what most new Adirondack homes will have. When we meet with them tomorrow before the the zoning variance hearing, I will get more details.
And Ed, you suggested talking to your dad as an expert in the field. I think that would be a great idea. Knowing his thoughts will be very helpful.
Dad
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