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Courtyards

Crocker Street House by Moloney Architects

Courtyards can be used to gain light, encourage cooling breezes and maintain privacy. The courtyard-style home is one we're seeing a lot more of, of late — and it all comes down to how versatile the courtyard can be. Open up to the outdoors with a sheltered courtyard like one of these.

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Courtyards can be used to gain light, encourage cooling breezes and maintain privacy. The courtyard-style home is one we're seeing a lot more of late — and it all comes down to how versatile the courtyard can be.

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