But for tasks that require a little bit of creativity, we seem to benefit from high ceilings, lots of windows and bright blue walls that match the sky.

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You could see into the other empty classrooms through the matrix of windows that formed walls around them, supported by bright orange metal framing.

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The home is very light, bright and open, with French doors and windows throughout that overlook beautiful lawns, a stunning in-ground pool and head-on city views.

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But stepping through the front door took you into another world - high ceilings, big bright windows and a sense of history - a third-floor home that would not look out of place in Paris.

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Windows with the shutters and curtains open burn bright in oranges and reds, showing that much more heat and money is being lost.

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