To sustain local traditions in construction by using largely natural, and if possible, local materials.

To use regional, local craftspeople and builders.

To maximise the natural ventilation and cooling systems to eradicate need for air conditioning.

To optimise solar gain in the winter.

To maintain or reintroduce traditional features such as open fireplaces, vine-covered pergolas and shuttered windows.

To use salvaged components such as antique hydraulic tiles and repaired historic doors.

To incorporate recycling facilities within the dwelling and other sustainable features such as solar panels and massive walls.

To provide a complete service, including landscaping, decoration and even furnishings, if needed.

To use intelligent water-saving landscape design using a list of indigenous plants.

To solve the property buying nightmare that catches so many people out.go back