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Feel the BREEZE

With summer in full swing, lazy days kicking back at home are high on most people's weekend agenda. Unfortunately, the sweltering sun isn't conducive to comfort. The good news is that the design of your home as well as its orientation, fixtures, fittings and more can all help to create a cosy, cool space.

KEEP YOUR COOL

The layout of your home has a substantial impact on comfort levels. During the design stage of the build project, factoring in the orientation of your home on the block as well as the location of living areas and bedrooms can make a dramatic difference.

For example, western sun on a summer's afternoon can turn your dream home into a “hot house” of discomfort. A good architect will carefully assess the sun's angles at different times of the day and how

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