Five To View: Eco-Homes
It seems that even in the property world, green is the new black. Earlier this month, the Government announced the locations of the UK’s first four eco-towns which will feature affordable homes that use natural energy.
This was followed by news this week that Velux are to build the country’s first two carbon neutral model homes which they promise will adhere to the “highest of eco credentials”.
This is part of a wider project to build six “demonstration houses” in six different European locations between now and 2010, all of which will reflect three main principles: efficient energy design; high living factor; and minimum climate impact.
Well, we’re all for this new wave of environmentally conscious construction, so we thought we’d support the cause by going green ourselves - here is this week’s positively verdant Five To View:
(Click on pictures for full property details)
1. Shoreham by Sea
2. St. Agnes, Cornwall
3. Rye, Camber
4. Canterbury, Kent
5. Charvil, Berkshire
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Great Article! We have been looking at various Eco Homes and came across the website Eco Designer who do all things environmentally friendly for your home. Go check them out!