The renowned architect is not from the tropics. It can be problem with Asian cooking.
Walao! So there's only a wall separating the front and back facing units without any airwell in between? More concern about ventilation. If windows all facing only one side of unit, wind cannot enter much. Aircon have to remain on the whole day when in the house!
For heavy Asian cooking, will prefer to eat outside instead as less of a hassle.