The second picture shows a villa in Malindi where the basic principles of vernacular design is adapted to interior cool. Unlike the roof, the walls of the building can store some heat, but the white finishing significantly reduces the solar absorption. The windows are large and fully operable to enhance the natural ventilation. Colonnades and porches are used to prevent the solar radiation from entering the rooms. Vegetation is also used as a shading element. The use of these techniques helps in naturally keeping the houses in Malindi cool.