Daily Tribune (Philippines)

Sustainabi­lity at the heart of The Atherton

- BY PAULINE L. SONGCO @tribunephl_pau

The Atherton’s solar tubes effectivel­y harvest natural daylight and are able to distribute it into the interior spaces of the property’s indoor badminton court.

Quadruple A developer DMCI Homes continues to explore new technologi­es to promote sustainabl­e living in its condominiu­m communitie­s.

DMCI Homes’ The Atherton condominiu­m, located along Dr. A. Santos Avenue in Parañaque City, harnesses the power of natural daylight with solar tubes strategica­lly placed along its open lawn.

“Driven by innovation and guided by sustainabi­lity, we are continuous­ly finding ways to enrich the lives of our residents while reducing our environmen­tal impact through the use of eco-friendly technologi­es and practices,” Butch Mendizabal, DMCI Homes Corporate Communicat­ions manager, said.

The said solar tubes effectivel­y harvest natural daylight and are able to distribute it into the interior spaces of the property’s indoor badminton court, DMCI Homes said in a statement.

The process provides additional illuminati­on equivalent to at least 300 watts of energy during daytime at peak noon hours. This translates to energy savings totaling 1.8 kilowatt-hours (kWh) based on a study conducted by DMCI Homes’ Design and Engineerin­g Department.

The solar tube lighting complement­s DMCI Homes’ Lumiventt® Design Technology — an innovative design that ensures free-flowing air and abundant natural light inside high-rise condominiu­ms.

It takes advantage of natural light and air through three-story-high openings dubbed Sky Patios, serving as entry points. With this, The Atherton is able to reduce the need for artificial lighting and cooling appliances, resulting in substantia­l energy savings.

The Atherton is one of DMCI Homes’ developmen­ts, the country’s first Quadruple A real estate developer known for building quality, resortinsp­ired communitie­s in Mega Manila, Baguio City, Boracay and Davao City. Each property is built with world-standard craftsmans­hip borne from D.M. Consunji Inc.’s over 60 years of expertise in the constructi­on and developmen­t industry.

To learn more about The Atherton and other DMCI Homes’ pre-selling and ready-for-occupancy projects, units for lease and special promos, call (632) 5324-8888. Visit leasing.dmcihomes.com to know more about opportunit­ies in leasing and rent-to-own programs of DMCI Homes.

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THE innovative design ensures free-flowing air and abundant natural light inside the high-rise condominiu­m.
 ?? ?? THE Atherton is able to reduce the need for artifical lighting and cooling appliances.
THE Atherton is able to reduce the need for artifical lighting and cooling appliances.
 ?? ?? ARTIST’S perspectiv­e of the solar tubes.
ARTIST’S perspectiv­e of the solar tubes.

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