Green Features of Casablanca Homes
Site
- Located in close vicinity of basic amenities like school, restaurant,
clinic, medical shop, temple, gym, park, playground etc.
- Design landscape with vegetation to the maximum extent
- Braille and audio assistance in the lifts for the visually impaired
people.
- Green roof terrace to reduce heat island effect
Water
- Rainwater harvesting system to capture 100% roof and non-roof rainwater.
- Extensive use of draught tolerant species that requires less water
- Efficient irrigation management system such as drip irrigation
- Minimization of usage of water by utilizing water conserving fixtures
Energy
- Efficient VRF system to maintain thermal comfort with low energy
consumption
- Highly efficient PVC framed insulated windows to reduce energy
consumption
- Insulation on wall and roof to reduce energy consumption
- Energy efficient lighting fixtures to reduce energy consumption
- Lighting controls to reduce energy consumption
- Solar water heating system to reduce the usage of geysers.
- BEE 4 star rate electrical appliances such as TV, refrigerators, washing
machine, geysers and ceiling fans.
Materials
- Separate bins to collect dry waste (paper, plastic, metals, glass,
etc.,) and wet waste (organic).
- On site Organic waste converter to convert waste food into manure.
- 100% FSC certified wood used.
Indoor Air Quality
- Orientation of the building(s) can be such that maximum day lighting to
all the spaces.
- Proper fresh air ventilation in all occupied areas
- Low VOC paints, adhesives and sealants for better indoor quality
- Proper exhaust system in bathrooms and kitchens for preserving the
indoor air quality within homes.
- Adequate cross ventilation in the design thereby, providing a healthy
environment.