Choosing to design a stilt house

Advantages of a stilt house
1) Increased ventilation. Cool air protects the main structure from termites and other pests. This
increases the sustainability of the design. 
2) Dry space underneath house in rainy seasons. People can use this space for storage.
3) Protection from animals and privacy from other people.
4) Maximises views.
5) Can be built on hilly/non-flat terrain.

6) Flood protection. 


Fogo Islands by Saunders Architecture:


As this house has an environmentally concious focus the small foot print of a stilt house is more
beneficial for the environment and lessons it's impact on the area. 
Also as the stilts rise and fall at different levels its blends with the natural mountainous surroundings
better than a traditional house. This will be taking into consideration when designing the stilt
structure. 

In conclusion choosing to design a stilt house has many benefits, both environmental and aesthetic.
My house design will try to benefit as much as possible from the surrounding environment and using
stilts is one way it will do this.

Article on the advantages of a stilt house

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