natural airflow

Wind without fans

Natural airflow is the movement of air driven by temperature differences, pressure gradients, or wind rather than mechanical systems like fans or air conditioning.

Buildings designed for natural airflow use strategically placed windows and vents to create circulation: The architect maximized natural airflow to reduce cooling costs.

The term often appears in discussions of energy efficiency and sustainable design.

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wind · summer wind · circulation · fresh · open window · currents · air current · open · window · exhale · inhale · gusts · fresh air · cooling · whisper · rustling · leaves · passive

Opposites
ventilation method

natural airflowmechanical ventilation

Machine-assisted breathing support

HVAC · air conditioning · forced air · climate control systems · central air

enclosure state

natural airflowhermetically sealed

Completely impervious to air

stagnant air · still air · pressurized cabin · dead air

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G