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We’ve all heard the slogan: “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.” Sometimes, however, it’s easier to throw an old newspaper or empty cans in the trash instead of a recycling bin. But remember, just because you live in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t recycle and be less wasteful. Take a look at these 10 tips and see how you can live greener in your apartment. All apartment buildings should have onsite recycling containers (and some even have dedicated recycling rooms on each floor, for maximum tenant convenience). If you're not sure where the recycling bins in your building are located, check with your building staff. Avoid disposables. Switch to reusables, like cloth napkins, at home. That cuts down on the amount of garbage created. Avoid over-packaged products. Packaging accounts for one-third of all our garbage. Not all of it is necessary. Choose products which are not excessively wrapped. Set Up a Recycling System: Now that you know where all this stuff is going, it’s time t...

There are so many benefits to the apartment living people who decide to go green. It helps to protect the environment and it also helps you to live a healthier lifestyle while saving money in the process. Doing your part to protect the environment once meant separating paper from plastic in your recycling bin and buying organic vegetables that you carried home in a reusable cover. But these days, there is a lot more you can do to create a green and healthy home. Some of the tips to go green in your apartment are as follows: 1. Switch to energy-efficient light bulbs. Light Bulbs such as halogen incandescents, compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs), and light emitting diodes (LEDs) use about 25%-80% less energy than traditional incandescents and can last 3-25 times as long, saving you money and reducing your energy use. Check out this room-by-room guide to choosing energy-efficient light bulbs and learn how to recycle used light bulbs. 2. Those plastic grocery bags cause considera...

Today, people are looking to find ways that they can be more energy efficient . The truth is, people want to do anything and everything they can to conserve energy because it is not only better for the environment but it also helps them to save some money in the long run. Energy efficient homes conserve energy, reduce unnecessary energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and demand for non-renewable resources. They provide significant savings over conventional homes. Energy efficiency is not just for certain people, it is something that everyone can take a part in. The good news is that there are a few ways that you can make your home or apartment energy efficient with energy efficient strategies and products, without having to spend too much money out of pocket. Then, you can just enjoy the cost savings throughout the year, and also get a few tax breaks while you are at it. Here are a few things that you should try. High-Efficiency Water Heater Heating water req...

Everyone who has made it their goal to buy a home or flats in Kochi of their own has a certain idea of what should be in that home. Their wish list can increase over time as they learn what is available and as their needs change – they’ve started a family, perhaps, or discovered that they enjoy entertaining friends and family. High-Quality Windows The windows in your apartment have a direct impact on your overall comfort; keeping you cooler in the summer and toasty in the winter. That’s why every home buyer should opt for a high-quality window – with at least a double pane. Having a double pane window keeps the cold air separated from the warm air, working to reduce transfer between the two. This also reduces condensation on the windows too. Commercial Appliances The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in a home; it’s important the design optimizes your time. Commercial appliances offer a larger space to cook and prepare food – meaning you’ll be able to ...

Noel Villas and Apartments is one of the leading builders in Kerala who has proved their success for various projects in Kochi, Kottayam and Thiruvalla. Noel Mattethra Heights , a new project in Kottayam, has gifted with the position of first IGBC Gold Certified Green Building in Kottayam District. The idea of ​​the green building provides environmentally friendly, social and economic stability for the customers.  Noel Mattethra Heights is constructed with the aim of reducing the use of electricity and water from 50% to 30%. The materials used for construction are all environment-friendly. The paints used in the building contain a high Solar Reflective Index (SRI) to absorb and reduce the heat. Plumping fixtures that reduce water consumption, high energy efficient light fittings, open-air ventilation system, and natural lightings are the amazing features of Mattethra Heights that offers a safe, healthy and comfortable living environment for the customers. Noel vi...

Most of the apartments in Kerala have enough space to arrange or decorate their balcony in an attractive way. The balcony is usually the last space you have in mind when planning a renovation or remodel for your home. It often gets overlooked but the truth is the balcony is a very important space and a great asset to an apartment. Depending on its size, shape and layout, there are several design strategies you can adopt.  1. Plan for your balcony garden While planning for your balcony garden, first develop a rough idea about the elements you need there, like what kind of plants you wish to grow. When you decide about the plants, make sure that the varieties that you select flourish in your balcony. East facing balconies receive the morning sunlight, plants that require gentle sunlight would grow well in East facing balconies. The West receives sunlight during the peak hours, so plants that require maximum sunlight like the flowering plants can be grown well on this side....

The rainy season is fast approaching and with it comes a whole new set of challenges when it comes to keeping the home clean. It is the time in a year where your property and its content need an extra care. The dry season has its dust and debris that is swished around by dry winds. The wet season is filled with sticky mud and dirty puddles of water. It is not impossible however to keep your apartment spotless during this season. With a few tweaks here and there, you will never notice the difference save for when you get out or look through your window. Failure to protect your home from rain can result in damage or loss which need costly repair or sometimes difficult to repair. The moisture or mould can be a threat to you and your family member’s health. Moisture in building or penetrating rainwater in the wall or building structure can be prevented if you prepare your apartment for the rainy season. Outdoor Maintenance Look for lawn damage : Low areas next to the founda...

People planning to build their dream homes is only a memory for urban Keralites today. The lifestyle scenario in Kerala is taking up a different shape with more number of people opting for apartment living. Unlike houses, modern residential complexes come with specific conveniences, such as stores, gyms, pools, gardens, laundry facilities, and 24/7 security monitoring. Obviously, those can also be installed in a house, but it would cost significantly more. In fact, reduced costs are one of the main reasons why people choose to live in an apartment in the first place. Also, apartment demand has been trending upwards seeing as they are easier to rent out as a whole. The boom in modernization & sophistication, emergence of industrialization, soaring land prices, housing prices, rising population and the need for better security homes are some of the factors that have led people to abandon the thoughts of owning an independent home. People are bidding a goodbye to the t...

A green building is one which uses less water, optimises energy efficiency, conserves natural resources, generates less waste and provides healthier spaces for occupants, as compared to a conventional building. IGBC is leading green building movement in the country. Though Kerala is a small State, the massive construction activity demands urgent intervention to improve the environmental qualities. IGBC has been formed as an associate of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC), which is the outcome of the international concern expressed by the Kyoto Protocol on the environment. In order to encourage the stakeholders to construct sustainable buildings, USGBC launched LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environment Design) certification and rating by which the green buildings were graded as per effectiveness of components used to reduce carbon emission. IGBC has launched ‘greenhouses rating system’ for houses and apartments. These concepts in the residential sector can help...

If you are looking for a new luxury flat or apartment in Kottayam then choose the best flat from the top builders in Kottayam .  A home is not just a house, but an expression of one's individuality, a home has a soul, a character and a personality. So take better decision for a perfect future. Kottayam is one of the major towns in Kerala.  It has several nicknames such as Land of Lakes, Land of Latex, Land of Letters, Land of Legends & Land of Murals. Kottayam is an urban area with many valued residents. Residential flats in Kottayam strive for better settlement within their hometown. Kottayam city is witnessing a revolution in lifestyles and standard of living. Kottayam is famous for its natural beauty, historical elements and natural plantations which spread across all over. Rubber, spices, coconut and palm are the plantations found in Kottayam. There are many temples and churches present. So it is a better place to live in. Hindu, Christian, Islam are...