Inspired by Spanish-style homes known for their thick walls, shaded courtyards, and natural ventilation, we adapted these passive cooling principles for a modern tropical setting lowering the indoor temperature by 6.5 degrees Celsius by working with Nature. We made some valuable lessons, as not everything went to plan. Enjoy the read!

Recently, 2 staff members of IEN were certified as TRUE Advisors by Green Building Certification Inc. The TRUE Zero Waste Certification...