Why do we need to know the orientation of the house

[BOB D.O.L.E]

Why do we need to know the orientation of the house

 

[Diyisfun]

So we know if the garden is sun or shade, what way the wind usually blows

 

[DIYerHELP]

What is the best orientation of a house? Front North West, side of house (no windows, doors) North East, rear garden South East?

Or front North, Rear South?

What would be an ideal orientation?

 

[twm.bwen]

Why do we need to know the orientation of the house

So as not to offend it when engaging in light conversation.

 

[^woody^]

What is the best orientation of a house?

The orientation as such is immaterial, but normally front bedrooms to catch the morning sun and a rear garden and lounge to catch the afternoon/evening sun is desirable.

But from an energy/sustainable point of view, the north face wants few if any windows and thermally efficient walls, and the south/sun facing walls want lots of glass and a design to assist ventilation and heat transfer

 

[BOB D.O.L.E]

Does the sun rise in the east and set in the west.

 

[Diyisfun]

Are you haveing a guess?

 

[DIYerHELP]

I reckon!