{"id":4128,"date":"2022-12-29T09:35:52","date_gmt":"2022-12-29T09:35:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sterlinghomesltd.com\/?p=4128"},"modified":"2023-04-10T20:22:39","modified_gmt":"2023-04-10T20:22:39","slug":"sustainabledesign-in-real-estate-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sterlinghomesltd.com\/sustainabledesign-in-real-estate-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainable Design Initiatives In Real Estate Development"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainable design focuses on the integration of the built environment with its surrounding ecosystem. It attempts to create affordable living spaces for all people while considering their effect on the environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b>WHAT ARE THE GOALS OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGNS?<\/b><\/h1>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Conserve Natural Resources<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainable design recognizes that earth\u2019s resources cannot be limitless and strives to develop efficient ways to conserve them so that they can be used by future generations.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Save the Environment<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By reducing one\u2019s reliance on energy through introducing strategies like building orientation, improved insulation, use of solar panels, and efficient lighting fixtures can help reduce the effects of climate change and conserve valuable resources that can be used by future generations.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Build Friendly, Comfortable and Safe Spaces for People.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainable designs not only preserve the environment, it helps to improve people&#8217;s living conditions. Better utilization of materials during construction, improved ventilation systems, efficient operational procedures post-construction are all important factors to be considered when creating a comfortable work environment that is conducive to productivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b>Principles of\u00a0 Sustainable Design<\/b><\/h1>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Site Potential Optimization<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Site potential optimization is one way sustainable design can reduce waste and material depletion. It is the utilization of natural features like existing topography and solar exposure to maximize efficiency. Using organic layouts allows developers the chance to work around the natural flow of a property\u2019s surroundings. Also, the incorporation of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Biophilic_design\">biophilic design<\/a> elements into architecture also significantly increases energy conservation.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Reduce Energy Use<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrating sustainable designs into building construction results in the optimization of energy efficiency, which can lead to significant savings for both developers and <a href=\"https:\/\/sterlinghomesltd.com\/factors-to-consider-when-moving-in-to-your-new-home\/\">home-owners<\/a>. Incorporating the use of solar panels, energy saving appliances, etc. can substantially decrease a building&#8217;s reliance on mechanical systems like generators,<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Maximize Energy Production<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sustainable design goes beyond just reducing energy use, it also focuses on maximizing available alternate means such as; utilizing methods of renewable energy production so that the building can provide power even if there is a power outage.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Healthy Indoor Environment<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The highest priority of sustainable designs is to provide homeowners with healthy and comfortable spaces to live and work in. Design buildings that filter out pollutants from the air and collect rainwater to reduce water consumption can drastically improve indoor air quality so that occupants feel healthier and more productive.<\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b>Benefits of Sustainable Design<\/b><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The implementation of sustainable design practices is a wise investment to consider in any commercial property construction because it benefits the building\u2019s occupants and owners in different ways. These include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced harm to the environment from waste and emissions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced energy costs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved occupant health from increased ventilation and more healthy materials used during construction.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Longer life-cycle for building components and better overall return on investment(ROI) over time.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many benefits to designing buildings within the guidelines of sustainable design practices, it is advisable that real estate developers embrace these types of initiatives. By leveraging eco-friendly design ideas into their plans, architects can help improve project ROI\u00a0 while also setting high expectations for future sustainable construction initiatives that contribute to a more resilient built environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sustainable design focuses on the integration of the built environment with its surrounding ecosystem. It attempts to create affordable living spaces for all people while considering their effect on the environment. WHAT ARE THE GOALS OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGNS? 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