To green-living guru Chris Ferreira, the phrase "hot property" is far from a compliment.Many modern homes are failing one of the basic requirements of WA architecture - to keep out the West Australian summer heat.
The unshaded walls and dark-coloured roofs typical of many new homes mean that brickwork and tiles can hit 80C in the full sun - meaning bad news for energy bills.
He has challenged West Australians to improve the sustainability of their homes - and save themselves money in the process.
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