LaHouse is a display of high-performance building practices to create more sustainable, resilient and healthy homes in the gulf region. The research-based facility is located on LSU's Baton Rouge campus and displays home-building techniques and solutions for Louisiana's unique climate. LaHouse is open weekdays from 10 am to 4:30 p.m. for self-guided tours or can be toured completely virtually.
Experience the Lahouse via virtual tour
These Bahama shutters are decorative yet functional as hurricane shutters that can be easily and quickly closed before a storm to protect the window from high wind and debris. In addition to hurricane protection, the shutter can be closed to provide more shade and privacy.
Bahama style shutters provide protection during high wind weather events
The LSU AgCenter and the LSU College of Agriculture