Exterior design in Provence - Alfresco living

With over 300 days of sunshine per year the climate has a impact on the choice of design and construction materials. In sunny regions much of the time is spent outside in terraces and gardens. Building design needs to take this into account to ensure that it is in harmony with the interior and the surroundings of the house.

Provence has plenty of old and attractive villages. They represent a heritage that is both typical of the area and also defines the area. It is important to preserve features that are in character with the style of the region whilst making best use of modern advances in technology and building techniques.