31/05/2026
Shading for climate resilience.
An article about retrofitting homes in the Royal Institute of British Architects Journal endorses shading as ‘by far the most effective passive method of reducing overheating’.
Shading in summer: Rejects excessive solar heat gain, contributing to cooler, more comfortable indoor environments.
Shading in winter: Aids heat retention, supporting energy efficiency and reducing reliance on active heating systems.
For further insights, the full article is available here: How to retrofit houses to reduce overheating. https://www.ribaj.com/intelligence/retrofit-your-building-to-reduce-overheating