Journal
Practical observations from drawing and building in Barbados, covering climate, materials, cost and the details that decide how a house performs.
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Design notes
The houses built here in the 1990s and the ones we draw today differ for concrete reasons — hurricane engineering, electricity costs, energy policy and water scarcity, not fashion.
Transition (1990s–2000s) · 1990s to now / Tropical modern / Passive cooling
Jahmal Springer, Lead Designer, Blue Island Projects
16 June 2026 · 5 min read
Sustainability
Barbados has committed to 100% renewable electricity and carbon neutrality by 2030. Most of that will be decided on ordinary rooftops — and a roof either is or isn't ready when the client can finally afford panels.
Modern (2000s–today) · Renewable energy / Solar / Policy
Jahmal Springer, Lead Designer, Blue Island Projects
9 June 2026 · 4 min read
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