Design Concept

Here is my design concept for dry/arid conditions. It takes into consideration the use of thermal mass to act as a heat supply in evenings and to maintain cooler temperatures during the day. This is bermed into the earth as well as being constructed from rammed earth.
Bedrooms are located on the east to make the most of cool evening easterly breezes.
The facility is enclosed with large screens which also aid to enclose the courtyard. The courtyard with pond or creek is incorported to provide a shelter during the day and create a cool breeze in the evening.
The living/kitchen area has a high ceiling so that hot air can rise out of the structure during the day.
An evaporative cooling system would also be incorporated.