In the next paragraphs, the traditional architecture and climate responsive building techniques of buildings in Clermont-Ferrand are going to be analyzed in depth. However, it important to mention that the characteristics of the climate have dictated many of the properties of the envelope and the strategies used and as a result, buildings with many similarities can be found in all the aforementioned areas of the world.
The high precipitation and the humidity of this climate generated a necessity for buildings with roofs with high inclination and earthen walls made of masonry or lime wash. The wooden constructions are also similar due to the abundance of the regions in trees. As in all the cases of traditional architectures, the local materials were preferred therefore even thatched roofs can be found. Since the protection from the sun and storms was not of significant importance, buildings in these areas have openings.
At this point, it must be stated that apart from the climatic adaptation the buildings are highly influenced by culture and as a result there is a vast diversity in terms of aesthetics. The principles, however, remain the same in all the cases. On the pictures below, typical buildings from Northern Spain, Chile, Australia and Ireland are demonstrated and the pattern of building techniques and materials is shared among all of them.