A courtyard in a house can have many benefits. Courtyards are a great way to improve the functionality of a…
Vernacular architecture and the chattel house are familiar to us in Barbados. The chattel house is our most identifiable example…
Building resilience has become a major discussion point recently. Creating homes and buildings that are resilient against disasters is a…
In the Caribbean, we are accustomed to vibrant colours. It is a big part of our fashion, food, and cultural…
Choosing the best windows for natural ventilation is a significant decision in a tropical home. Windows that encourage the most…
Over the past few decades, it seems as if the average house size has grown significantly in the Caribbean. As…
The Coronavirus disease, COVID-19 has consumed the entire globe. Its wave of illness and death has affected us all in…
Tropical Modern houses are becoming one of the most popular residential architectural styles in many tropical regions. Houses using tropical…
I live in a concrete block wall bungalow built about 40 years ago. The house follows the typical style bungalow…
Designing a house in the tropics should always try to consider and respond to its region's climate. This design approach…