The local construction techniques were focused on the cooling season since the temperature during winter or the “wet season” lies around the comfort zone. Yet the roof was designed using highly waterproof material in an inclined platform to combat heavy rain.
Cooling Period
The temperature in summer or “dry season” is high but the humidity helps reducing the temperature to a more moderate level. So with a proper construction we would be able to passively cool the buildings.
Conduction:
The use of light materials for the roof with low thermal inertia to prevent solar radiation from accumulating, Thermal inertia is not optimal due to the high humidity levels that decrease the difference in temperature between day and night. Clay however was used in wall construction due to its vast availability in the region
Ventilation: