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- this is an awesome idea!!
  
  Remy 05/04/2009
- you know, on the web you have plenty of room to post more pictures.
  
  ron 05/05/2009
- I agree with Ron.
  
  Rob 05/06/2009
- Again, nice pics, but no floor plan. Ray
  
  ray 05/06/2009
- The open doors are nice but highly impractical... imagine 100 degree temps with humidity to match.. I just don't believe that "self mechanized air conditioning" equates to desirable cooler temps indoors... also "au natural" is fun but there has to be a way to keep the flies and bugs out.....
  
  Rob 05/07/2009
- Check out website for the foorplan and more pics...just go to the kit homes website. www.zamorehomes.com The plan is KIT_02: http://www.zamorehomes.com/kit_02.html You can also see the project at www.brettzamoredesign.com http://www.brettzamoredesign.com/project_2.html The house does have a mechanical unit - a very efficient one and also industrial ceiling fans to move the air. The doors are opened on the beautiful days..about 1/2 the year. The other 1/2 of the year requires AC. There was an option to have screens but the client did not want that...does not like them.
  
  brett Zamore 05/07/2009
- These open plan/outdoor designs are great! But most of the country lives in a climate that required protection from the outdoor environment. Can modern designs be presented that reflect the other 75% of the world climate?
  
  Boog 05/21/2009
- I think the feasibility of these houses in most moderate climates is real. I know in California that most of these designs would be perfect.
  
  Christina 05/24/2009
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