The Thai province of Kanchanaburi is one of the country’s hottest regions, with a tropical savanna climate and annual temperature averages of over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. So when Bangkok-based design practice Anghin Architecture set out to create a new addition to a riverside house they designed years ago, they prioritized passive cooling throughout. Taking advantage of the site’s topography, the house is positioned for optimal air circulation and cross ventilation to maximize comfort while minimizing...
from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/a-terracotta-home-keeps-naturally-cool-in-one-of-thailands-hottest-regions
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