Climate-smart apartments designed to beat the heat
Summary
In Montpellier, France, some apartments are designed to stay cool during heatwaves without using air conditioning. These buildings use special features like latticework for airflow and curved walls that block the sun, keeping indoor temperatures below 25°C.Key Facts
- The apartments are located in Montpellier, France.
- They remain comfortable during heatwaves without air conditioning.
- Middle Eastern-style latticework helps improve airflow and ventilation.
- Curved building facades act like big sunshades to reduce heat inside.
- Indoor temperatures rarely go above 25 degrees Celsius (77°F).
- The design focuses on keeping people cool naturally using architecture.
- This approach helps reduce energy use and limits air conditioning demand.
- The project highlights new ideas to adapt homes to hotter weather caused by climate change.
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