SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
Inspired by the nearby West Coast National Park and the conservation initiatives present in Langebaan, Villa Del Mare, from both an architectural and landscaping point of view, is committed to implementing sustainable solutions that benefit both the environment and its community.
SUSTAINABILITY GOALS
Inspired by the nearby West Coast National Park and the conservation initiatives present in Langebaan, Villa Del Mare, from both an architectural and landscaping point of view, is committed to implementing sustainable solutions that benefit both the environment and its community.
LANDSCAPING
We will keep the original indigenous veld as the base of the landscaping, ensuring lower maintenance costs and water consumption. This means irrigation infrastructure is not required, which will reduce maintenance costs, ultimately resulting in lower monthly levies.
Outdoor living and high-quality landscaped areas improve the overall quality of life. Walking, running and cycling will be encouraged in the green belt walkways and paths which benefit overall health and provide a positive ambience in the estate. Green belts are already well established and will only have to be maintained.
This will result in water conservation, a reduction in organic waste generation, the creation of a healthy habitat through appropriate plant selection and minimal use of fertilizers and pesticides.
GREEN ARCHITECTURE
Our ‘green’ buildings are the buildings that, in their design, construction and operation, reduce or eliminate negative impacts, and create positive impacts on our climate and natural environment.
Homes are designed and built to be resource efficient and will be certified by the green building certification system, EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies). The architecture is focused on enhancing human health and well-being.
The entire development will conform to the WELL Building Standard, and focuses on the natural well-being of the occupants. The focus is on green features, sustainable design, and new, intelligently built interfaces. Houses are also designed to cater for older people later in life, making this a truly lifelong residence.
GREEN ARCHITECTURE
Our ‘green’ buildings are the buildings that, in their design, construction and operation, reduce or eliminate negative impacts, and create positive impacts on our climate and natural environment.
Homes are designed and built to be resource efficient and will be certified by the green building certification system, EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies). The architecture is focused on enhancing human health and well-being.
The entire development will conform to the WELL Building Standard, and focuses on the natural well-being of the occupants. The focus is on green features, sustainable design, and new, intelligently built interfaces. Houses are also designed to cater for older people later in life, making this a truly lifelong residence.
EDGE DESIGN / CERTIFICATION
IMPLEMENT-ATION
Energy Consevation
solar PV panels, eco insulation in the roofs, Houses incorporate smaller glazing areas, reduced window-to-wall ratio, energy saving light bulbs.
Indoor environmental air quality
Good cross ventilation, north-oriented windows, minimise windows to the west.
Water
Water-efficient showerheads, low flow taps & mixers, water-efficient landscaping.
Other Measures
Estate recycling; use of materials that are ethical, non-toxic and sustainable; water-wise landscaping including indigenous grass; emphasis on walking & cycling in the estate; hygienic and visual management of waste.
Recycling
A dedicated area at the estate clubhouse will enable residents to partake in the recycling program.
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