TROPICS is a tropical design framework. It is a structured methodology for residential design in hot, humid tropical climates. The TROPICS Design Framework is built around five pillars that cover the essential dimensions of a well-designed tropical home. The framework is for anyone planning to design, build, or renovate a home in the tropics. It […]
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Your beautiful courtyard house can make your home feel like a private oasis. A courtyard in the middle of a house can add an intimate garden or a natural outdoor space within your home. They are an incredible addition to your house plan design. Courtyards have many benefits in a home. They can improve the
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Designed by: Vertebral. Embracing the natural vegetation surrounding your house is a fantastic part of its design. It is a home that lets you enjoy the beauty of nature even when you are inside. That is what Casa Erasto in Mexico City does. This design by Vertebral creates a house that immerses itself in a
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Designed by: Shane Marsh Architects. Designing an addition for a house can come with challenges. However, with careful design, you can create a home that preserves the original character while adding comfort and functionality. That was the case with the Taringa House. The designers are Shane Marsh Architects. Location, Site and Climate The Taringa House
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Designed by: OFFICE AT Co., Ltd. The fantastic views from this home significantly influence the openness of its design. The house design maximises the views with its large openings and transparency. OfficeAT is the architect for the Adrisa Residence. They create a home that beautifully sits within its stunning site. Location, Site and Climate The
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Designed by: Andyrahman Architect. The beautiful red brick dominates the front façade of this house. However, there are other places where red brick occurs. Several brick walls in various patterns appear throughout the house. Andyrahman Architect is the architect for the Omah Boto. They utilise the skills and expertise of craftsmen in the design process.
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Designed by: VTN Architects. Introduction This fantastic house adds greenery throughout by using a series of stacking roof gardens. Though it is an urban house, it finds unique ways of maximising the greenery around the home’s interior. VTN Architects is the designer of the Binh House. In this home, they use strategies to connect the
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Designed by: Alexis Dornier. Pererenan, Bali has impressive landscapes. This Pererenan house creates seamless connections to the beautiful tropical landscape in Bali. Alexis Dornier is the architect of the River House. House Location, Site and Climate The River House is in Pererenan, Bali, Indonesia. At 8.63815˚ S latitude Pererenan, Bali is in a tropical region.
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Jalousie windows are one of the most effective windows for providing natural ventilation. In warm climates, having ample natural ventilation creates a much cooler house. In some tropical and subtropical regions, jalousies are prevalent. Australia and some parts of Southeast Asia still use them often. However, in several regions, jalousie windows are thought of as
Designed by: Bones Studio and Room by Room. A traditional Queenslander house is not known for having strong ground-floor connections to the outdoors. However, the renovation of this Queenslander house shows us a great way to create a relationship with a garden. The Ridge House is in Northgate, Queensland, Australia. House Location and Climate At
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