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Microclimate 
Climatic condition in a relatively small area, within a few meters or less above and below the Earth's surface and within canopies of vegetation
Factors that affect microclimates 
Topography
Soil
Water
Vegetation
Artificial Structures
Macroclimate 
The overall climate of a region usually a large geographic area — distinguished from microclimate
The macro climate around a building cannot be affected by any design changes, however the building design can be developed with a knowledge of the macro climate in which the building is located
Site analysis 
A preliminary phase of architectural and urban design processes dedicated to the study of the climatic, geographical, historical, legal, and infrastructural context of a specific site
Under Topography, 5 degree slope is noticed
Analyzing the conditions 
Ideal location for building can be established
High spot 
Might be right for building
Low spot 
Might be right for body of water
For prevailing hot winds 
Trees would act as buffer
Openings in building 
Could be placed to absorb cooler winds
Subsurface features in site analysis
Geology
Hydrology
Soil Genesis
Natural surface features in site analysis
Vegetation
Slopes
Wild life
Cultural and man-made features in site analysis
Utilities
Land Use
Historic Notes
Circulation
Social Factors
Aesthetic factors in site analysis
Perceptual
Spatial Pattern
Natural Features