Environmental ConcernsShading: Putting an overhang on thebuilding over the terrace has strongenvironmental implications. Theoverhang acts as a shading device, toprotect the otherwise exposed glazedSouth facade from direct sun.Sunlight: As weather conditions causethe temperature to change, the houseadjusts by donning or shedding layers offabric, just as a human would.Insulation: In winter, the externallyglazed doors and the curtains can becompletelyclosed for insulation and privacy.