Outdoor, Grass, Side Yard, Small Patio, Porch, Deck, and Wood Patio, Porch, Deck By reducing the facade, which faces the strong western sun, the architects could minimize the amount of sunlight entering the building.  Photo 2 of 11 in A Sleek Australian Dwelling Keeps its Cool With Passive Design

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By reducing the facade, which faces the strong western sun, the architects could minimize the amount of sunlight entering the building.