Traditionally, low-income homes in Barbados tend to be on small narrow lots. They typically use the front of the lot to approach the home and the back as a yard for various purposes.
The sides of the property are primarily used as circulation or storage.
Anaud House incorporates these external spaces at the sides of the house as primary habitable rooms.
Living room seating, a breakfast nook and a play area for children are all on the exterior.
Top-hung custom-made windows open to provide shelter and shade to exterior spaces, which encourages better utilisation of the lot. However, it still complies with the local planning setback regulations.
These large windows and louvre clerestories allow ample ventilation to move throughout the house.