Building a Sustainable Terrace House Design
“Sustainability” is a multi-faceted term and a long-term commitment – it should not be thrown around lightly. As people become increasingly aware of their carbon footprint and the need to reduce it, home owners are leaning towards sustainable home designs that will benefit the wellness of dwellers and the environment. Whether for a terrace house design, an apartment or a tiny home, all residential spaces can have an element of sustainable design that will go a long way. The popularity of eco homes has been on the rise. With architecture firms in Singapore having greater access to knowledge and materials, more and more home owners are requesting to incorporate sustainable design elements in their homes. Many of them gain inspiration from green buildings which can reduce carbon footprint and lower energy costs through innovative and strategic design decisions. An example of an eco-home is a prefabricated house that is built off-location and shipped to the designated site in pa