Stilt houses date to prehistoric times and can be seen in a variety of forms worldwide New about them are the innovative and verse ways in which they are being designed and built
Stilt houses are well suited to coastal regions and subtropical climates
They protect against floods, maximize views and allow homeowners to build on rocky, steep or unstable land
They also keep out animals and vermin, provide ventilation under the house and minimize a house’s footprint
The stilt house allows ventilation and cool air to flow under the house Protects the main structure from termites and other pests and allows the water to flow naturally during the rainy season
