Helpful Features of a Green Home

What are the helpful features of green home design?

1. Energy-efficient lighting
2. Proper insulation
3. Low-emittance windows
4. Skylights
5. Energy-efficient appliances
6. Sustainable materials

As society becomes increasingly aware of the environment, more and more individuals are opting for sustainable practices. This includes taking into consideration the purchase of green homes. For housing developers like us here at Pueblo de Oro, we develop green home designs that result in healthier living environments that you can enjoy with your family or loved ones.

In this blog post, we have outlined the features of green home design that are helpful especially for first-time homebuyers. Read on to discover more.

Energy-Efficient Lighting

Green homes have an energy-efficient lighting feature that offers plenty of benefits. One of which is lower monthly energy bills for homeowners because LED
and compact fluorescent lights produce less energy than traditional lighting. These lights are also known to have a longer lifespan, translating to a reduction in waste and resources used in the production and disposal of light bulbs.

In addition to that, the design of a green home makes sure that it gets as much natural lighting as possible. This allows the home to emit a brighter living space.

Proper Insulation

Green homes are also equipped with improved insulation systems. This allows the home to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature and reduces the need for heating or cooling systems, leading to lower energy bills and long-term savings for you.

In addition to saving you money, it also provides health benefits for you and your family by preventing the entry of pollutants and other harmful substances from outside, thus, improving indoor air quality, and promoting the healthier lifestyle that you need.

Moreover, a properly insulated home is more durable, requiring less frequent repairs and replacements, making it a sound investment for the future.

Low-Emittance Windows

Low-emittance windows are another feature of green homes. These are designed to limit the amount of heat that enters or leaves your home, making it more energy-efficient. They also prevent the fading of your furniture, carpets, and other household items caused by UV rays from the sun.

What’s more, they can also offer you a clearer view of the outdoors as they block a significant amount of outdoor noise, allowing for peaceful and quiet indoor surroundings.

Skylights

Skylights are another fantastic feature of a green home, providing natural light at night and reducing the need for artificial lighting during the day.

They can also enhance your indoor air quality by only allowing fresh air to properly circulate throughout the house, giving you a fresher atmosphere. Overall, skylights add a sense of spaciousness that you need while also improving the aesthetic appeal of your home.

Here at Pueblo de Oro, we offer eco-friendly homes that will suit your needs and make your living more sustainable and comfortable.

Energy-Efficient Appliances

To complement and complete a green home, it’s better to have a home equipped with energy-efficient appliances. Many traditional appliances consume more energy than necessary, leading to an increased amount of greenhouse gas emissions.

When you use energy-efficient appliances, you’ll likely enjoy their programmable settings and sensors that help to enhance their sustainable performance. With this, homeowners can enjoy the same level of efficiency and ease of using these appliances, without contributing a negative impact on our environment.

Sustainable Materials

At Pueblo de Oro, we understand the importance of building eco-friendly homes that promote environmental sustainability and provide comfort for families. That’s why we only use sustainable materials in our construction process, which are sourced and produced using environmentally responsible practices to minimize waste.

We also select durable materials that require minimal maintenance to ensure that our green homes last for many years to come. With our high-quality, affordable green homes, you can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with owning a durable, pristine, and eco-friendly home.

The Pueblo de Oro Residence at Malvar earned its EDGE (Excellence in Designer for Greater Efficiencies) certification, an internationally recognized certification for resource-efficient designs. This was possible through its innovative design that allows families to reduce water and energy consumption. On top of that, its design used

Key Takeaway

As we continue to invest in houses, green building designs become more and more popular for developers in the Philippines. With a closer look into the features of a green home design, you now know how they are not only beneficial for our natural environment — but also for us!

If you’re interested in finding homes that are green, high-quality, and affordable, then reach out to Pueblo de Oro today. As the leading residential developer in the Philippines, we have stayed ahead of the trend for years and invested in cutting-edge environmental measures and technology for each of our homes.

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