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Nipa huts were an early form of vernacular architecture in the Philippines, constructed using natural local materials like bamboo, coconut leaves, and wood. Characterized by large windows and light roofs to promote air circulation, nipa huts provided passive cooling important for the tropical climate. Over time, Spanish influences led to additions of materials like adobe, bricks, and mortar. Today, nipa huts still exist in rural areas and demonstrate the original functional design of these traditional shelt

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