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8 Things to Think About When Designing a Home in the Philippines



When picking out or planning a new home, especially in places where it gets super hot, there are some key things to keep in mind to make sure your place stays cool and comfy. Here are ten easy-to-understand tips:


  1. Face the Right Way: Make sure your home is facing south, and arrange the main openings so they catch the breeze. This helps keep things cooler and less humid inside.

  2. Raise It Up: Putting your home on stilts or pylons not only helps with airflow but also keeps bugs and floods away.

  3. Let the Heat Out: Big windows up high and chimneys with wind cowls help suck out hot air, keeping your place nice and cool.

  4. Get the Breeze Flowing: Slatted panels and blinds can help air move around inside, while openings on opposite walls let the breeze blow through.

  5. Watch the Sun: Rooms facing east get warmer in the morning and cooler in the afternoon, so plan accordingly with shading and ventilation.

  1. Place Rooms Smartly: Keep rooms that tend to get hot separate or well-shaded to stop them from turning into ovens.

  1. Get Expert Help: APL Architects know how to design homes that beat the heat, so they're your go-to for staying cool. They'll work closely with you to make sure your home looks great and feels just right, no matter how hot it gets outside.

  2. Customized Design: Cooler Living, Guaranteed: Trust APL Architects to design a place you'll love living in, even on the hottest days. Get in touch with them to start your journey to a cooler home today.

For homes and offices built to endure hot climates like in the Philippines, you require an architectural firm adept at designing for such conditions. Look no further than a Filipino architectural firm with extensive experience in humid climates, ensuring reliable expertise in this field.


APL Architects stands out as a premier architectural firm in the Philippines, led by Philip Lu, boasting over two decades of delivering exceptional architectural services. Specializing in townhouses, residential, and commercial establishments, we are your trusted partner for quality design solutions. Reach out to us today to get started.


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