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# Australian house design: Solution

- Queenslander Built for hot and humid environment away from wet ground. Well above ground for ventilation, cooling and extra storage. Open verandah provides outdoor living, shade for main house and allows open windows for ventilation. Steep pitched roof allows ceiling insulation and rainwater run-off.

- Snowy mountains ski lodge Double glazed windows to prevent heat loss. Steep pitched roof with no rainwater gutters. Well insulated walls and ceilings.

- Colonial style Open verandahs around most of the house. Chimney for fireplace. Weatherboard cladding. Timber doors and windows. Warm in winter and cool in summer.

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