06/15/2026
Erin and I have just gone live with this Easton retreat. This is the dream home of a Swedish builder, a culture fundamentally rooted in sustainability. 28 Drewbarrie Lane, Easton CT $1,275,000
If you are not familiar with passive solar homes here are the five key points that are taken into consideration:
Aperture / Collector: Large, south-facing glass windows or skylights that allow solar radiation (sunlight and heat) to enter the home.Absorber: The darkened, hard surface of a storage element (such as a masonry wall or dark tile floor) that sits in the direct path of sunlight to absorb solar energy and convert it into heat.
Thermal Mass: Heavy, dense materials (concrete, brick, stone, or water containers) placed within the home's thermal envelope that absorb and store the heat gathered by the absorber, gradually releasing it when the space cools.
Distribution: The method by which solar heat circulates from collection and storage points to the rest of the house. This typically occurs naturally through radiation, convection, or small circulating fans.Control:
Architectural features—such as calibrated roof overhangs, awnings, or deciduous trees—designed to block high-angle summer sun (preventing overheating) while allowing low-angle winter sun to pe*****te the home.
