Although currently based in London, most of the Livingetc team actually hails from countries across the globe, and coincidentally, most of these home grounds happen to be used to hot summers. So, naturally, I gathered intel on some cooling design secrets from these seasoned landscapes.
Think charming wood shutters from Italy, soothing zellige and terracotta tiling from Morocco, smart dual ventilation from Hong Kong, clever use of white paint from Australia, and dreamy indoor courtyards from India. These subtle details go undercover to cool down a room.