House Abo Beats the Heat in South Africa With Natural Cooling Techniques

Posted By Helen Morgan On January 31, 2013 @ 4:49 pm In Architecture,carousel showcase,gallery,Sustainable Building | 1 Comment

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Located in South Africa, House Abo is a stunning residence that balances energy-efficient green building strategies with gorgeous design. Nico van der Meulen Architects ^[6] designed the house with a natural cooling system ^[7] that counteracts the region's extreme heat through a series of pools and water features.

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To connect the lower and upper levels of House Abo, Nico van der Meulen Architects ^[6] installed a staircase that changes the dynamics of the site itself. It is surrounded by areas of steel and glass, while the outside pool is encased within a timber wall. The home’s lighting highlights the staircase while making light bounce off the reflective black swimming pool.

The studio expanded the original space and doubled its size while introducing large glass windows that allow sunlight to seep in during the darker winter days. For more information, visit the architects’ official website.

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Images courtesy of Nico van der Meulen Architects

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