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What are some design features of a home that keep heat out in the summer and in during the winter.

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Give yourself shade.
Choose smart roofing.
Strategically position or glaze windows.
Choose open plan living.
Create thermal mass.
Ensure your home has insulation.
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Insulation inside the walls and ceiling.
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