Cobogos, Celosias and Mashrabiya: 30 Examples of Permeable Elements

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These architectural elements are used for different reasons almost everywhere, because they have a visual permeability that promotes the much desired dialogue between interior and exterior, which most architects seek, while being able to maintain the privacy of the users of a building. However, in tropical climates, they gain even greater importance as they allow constant natural ventilation, shade areas with large amounts of sunshine, and provide natural lighting and thermal comfort. 

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Cite: Delaqua, Victor. "Cobogos, Celosias and Mashrabiya: 30 Examples of Permeable Elements" [Cobogós e muxarabis: 45 exemplos de elementos vazados] 06 Jul 2026. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/941808/cobogos-celosias-and-mashrabiya-30-examples-of-permeable-elements> ISSN 0719-8884
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