From yoghurt to luxury sails: how to shade your home from supercharged UK heatwaves

Marc Alabaster, a graphic designer in West Sussex, implemented external shading solutions for his home after experiencing extreme indoor temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius from newly installed glass doors. Inspired by an apartment building in Spain featuring angled fins that shielded external walls from the sun, Alabaster adopted a similar approach. This proactive measure addresses the increasing frequency of high temperatures in the UK, prompting both individuals and businesses to develop novel methods for maintaining cooler indoor environments. The trend highlights a growing awareness and adaptation to climate change impacts on residential and commercial properties, moving beyond traditional interior cooling methods to external architectural interventions.