Green Homes certainly incorporates innovative technologies where appropriate, Fabar emphasizes that the bedrock of sustainable construction lies in proper orientation, thoughtful material selection, and airtight construction. “If we orient the home the right way, put the windows in the right position, and seal the home correctly for energy leakage out of those living spaces, we know that we can build our homes around 70% more energy efficient than a standard home.” He explains that true sustainability begins before the first brick is laid, with design that interacts intelligently with its surrounding environment. That said, when technology is layered onto a solid design foundation, the results are exceptional. “Then when you get to the fit-out stage and you add energy efficient appliances, LED lights and energy efficient cooktops, energy efficient solar batteries, solar systems and batteries, an EV car charging system… they don’t have to do a lot of work because 28 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 06
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