The Rain Shine House
Decatur, USA
2009
Robert M. Cain, Architect
www. robertmca і n. com
The State of Georgia in the South Eastern United States enjoys a humid, subtropical climate. In winter, occasional polar air masses can bring cooler weather, however, Georgia is characterised by its typically hot and humid summers. The State can be affected by neighbouring Florida’s hurricane season. The hurricanes tend to weaken overland, becoming tropical storms of heavy rain and strong winds.
Average rainfall is moderate to heavy, varying from 45 inches in the central state to 75 inches in the mountainous northern part of Georgia.
Georgia’s state motto “Wisdom, Justice, Moderation” may well have been applied in bringing the RainShine House project to fruition. The challenge for architect, Robert M...
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