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The same house on the same lot, turned through a right angle. Low east and west sun arrives almost horizontally, so an eave cannot shade it; high midday sun on a north or south wall can be shaded by an overhang. This is settled by which way the house sits, and it is settled for good.
Design concept: a single-storey house with solar panels on a hip roof, a rainwater tank fed by the gutters, concrete sunshades over the windows and a vine-covered pergola, among shade trees
Design concept Passive moves first: sunshades, a pergola on the hot side and shade trees. Then the added ones: solar panels and a tank that stores what falls on the roof. Generated image: it is not a photograph, a built house, or the practice's work.

Designing a Greener Future, One Home at a Time

At Arktektura, we believe great design should not only look good but also do good. Our Sustainable Design Options let you create a home that’s energy-efficient, eco-conscious, and built to last, without compromising on style or comfort.

Why Choose Sustainable Design?

Sustainability isn’t a trend. It’s a smart, long-term investment. We help you:

  • Lower electricity and water bills
  • Improve indoor air quality
  • Use renewable or recycled materials
  • Reduce your carbon footprint
  • Qualify for green building certifications

Whether you’re building from scratch or renovating, we’ll make sustainability part of your home’s DNA.

What’s Included in This Service

Our Sustainable Design Options include:

  • Energy-efficient floor plans and ventilation design
  • Natural lighting optimization and window placement
  • Solar panel readiness and integration
  • Water-saving plumbing fixture recommendations
  • Eco-friendly material sourcing (bamboo, recycled wood, etc.)
  • Insulation and roofing solutions for hot climates
  • Green roof and rainwater catchment consultations
  • Passive cooling and shading systems

What the Clean Water Act asks of a house, from the sewer or septic question to the booster pump it prohibits, is in the RA 9275 guide. Whether rain collected from your roof needs a permit is answered in the Water Code guide. How a septic tank is sized and where it may go is in the septic tank guide.

Custom options are always tailored to your budget, climate, and lifestyle.

Ideal For:

  • Homeowners wanting to save on utility costs
  • Environmentally conscious families
  • Off-grid or solar-ready homes
  • Developers pursuing green certification

Ideal For:

  1. Consultation – We evaluate your sustainability goals and budget
  2. Design Recommendations – We adjust floor plans for efficiency
  3. Material & System Integration – We suggest eco-friendly alternatives
  4. Coordination – We work with contractors and suppliers for sourcing
  5. Monitoring – We ensure sustainability features are implemented properly

Bonus: We help you apply for energy rebates or certifications if eligible.

Where We Design

  • Pampanga
  • Bulacan
  • Bataan
  • Tarlac
  • Olongapo

Available for residential homes, vacation properties, and housing developments.

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  • As-Built Plans & Site Assessments
  • Permit & Documentation Assistance
  • Interior Space Planning
  • Project Coordination & Contractor Liaison
  • Sustainable Design Options
  • Subdivision & Housing Development Planning
  • Consultation for Future Home Buyers

Build Smart. Live Better.

Take the next step toward a future-ready, sustainable home. Contact Arktektura today to schedule a free consultation.

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