7 Ways Homes Kept Cool Before The Age Of Air Conditioning
The modern air conditioner was invented only in the 1920s, and it didn’t become a common home feature until the latter half of the 20th century.
But,
while some of us might wonder how our grandparents survived hot and
steamy summers, the fact is those older homes had a few tricks up their
sleeves. They were designed and built with features to help them stay
cool without AC.
Mary Wheeler Schap
is a registered architect who designs and restores historic buildings
to their former glory in Cincinnati, Ohio. She offered this expert
insight into the features that made older homes livable in the heat.
