Natural Environment and Build Environment

Hot , dry climate 

• Roof overhangs to provide shade . 
• openings for breezes . 
• Light-cloloured exterior surfaces 
• R.C. flat roof to minimse heat gain 
• THick heavy walls to absorb temperature fluctuations . 

Warm , humid climate 

• Buildings on stilts fro ventilation . 
• Roof overhangs 
• Light-coloured exterior surfaces . 
• Covered walkways . 
• Plants & vegetation fopr shading . 

Cold Climate 

• High insulation 
• Tightly sealed construction 
• Good sunsyhine exposure to keep warm air inside building * in summer ) 
• Strong roofs for snow . 

Temperate climate 

• Stronbg roofs for load 
• SLoping roof to discard snow 
• Air tight construction to prevent heat loss . 
• Glass with shading to admit sun's heat in summer but not in winter .