It resulted in a city form which was a departure from existing practice. An orthogonal grid is used oriented towards the approximate direction of monsoon winds and coastal breezes. All buildings should respect the views and ventilation of adjacent buildings. Buildings should not transmit heat to other buildings. Surfaces of the building should be clad with low heat reflecting materials.
Every building is deemed to have removed natural vegetation.
This should be restored by horizontal and vertical planting. Tall buildings should endeavour to channel wind into the wind passages. Buildings should be orientated to maximise exposure to prevailing winds and to minimise solar heat gain. Openings in the built form, such as windows, louvres, balconies and verandahs, should facilitate natural ventilation and cross-flow of wind. Buildings should incorporate shaded covered walkways.