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	title of this thread your message (but often overlooked) accompaniment to large glass areas is the appropriate amount of exterior shading, usually provided in the form of roof overhangs. PJ's Glass House is conspicuously devoid of this amenity; in that case, the trees on the south side of the house are a critical design element. Sun rays which are stopped before they reach the glass can't heat either the glass or the interior space and material. Of course, in winter one usually wants all the heat and light one can get. Nature obliges by lowering the angle of the rays, so that they pass under the same overhangs which defeat them in summer. 100 years ago exterior window awnings were common. There are illustrations of early "skyscrapers" (15-story office buildings) with fabric awnings on the windows. . . associated web images (optional) associated web link (optional) your email your password create a forums account \| you forgot your password?