I have discussed in my book the usefulness of black or green netting as a sunscreen, with shading factors of 50-80%. This corner shophouse in my Thonglor neighborhood was originally the same as its neighbor to the left, with east-facing recessed windows providing some protection except in the early morning as shown here. The owner apparently liked this sun screen effect provided by plastic netting, so he went all the way, building an exterior frame to support the netting over the entire building facade.
Ecologically beautiful or ridiculous? As the Thai would say, "up to you".
Very interesting. Traditional Thai houses were oriented to optimum seasonal comforts I think. Not much vegetation can do in the city tho unless the porch can play a part? Thanks, Paul
ReplyDeleteVery interesting. Traditional Thai houses were oriented to optimum seasonal comforts I think. Not much vegetation can do in the city tho unless the porch can play a part? Thanks, Paul
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