• Responsible disposal of all building wastes and rubbish
• Recycling of wastes & rubbish
• Separation of recyclable and non-recyclable rubbish
• Reuse of material, providing quality is not compromised
• Minimising wastage of materials though careful estimating, ordering and construction techniques
• Delivery of materials in minimum packaging 

Materials used

• Plantation timbers (e.g. we do not like to use timbers such as Merbu which comes from Asian rainforests or Old growth forest timber)
• Recycled timbers
• Second hand materials (e.g.bricks and flooring)
• Stationery made from recycled paper products

Energy efficient design and building techniques

• Proper insulation
• Window glazing. There are numerous glazing products now available such as UV resistant and double glazing units that keep you home cooler in summer and warmer in winter
• Curtains and blinds
• Careful positioning of windows to allow cross ventilation. This can significantly assist with cooling
• Elimination of drafts. For example filling in gaps between window frames or by using draft stoppers on exhaust fans and doors
• Use of solar power and solar hot water services
• Use of wind power
• Energy efficient appliances and lighting
• Proper orientation
• Use of eaves to let sun in the winter and to keep sun out in summer
• Adjustable shadings
• Use of high thermal mass materials
• Deciduous trees to allow let sun in the winter and to keep sun out in summer 

Water conservation

• Grey water systems
• Rainwater tanks
• Using water more efficiently. E.g. Water efficient shower heads and toilets
• Properly planned landscaping

Other factors

• The use of sound insulation and glazing can also reduce noise pollution
• Use of certain types of paints and floor varnishes emit lower amounts of fumes and are more environmentally friendly to produce
• Financial support of various environmental organizations
• Construction of low maintenance long lasting homes
• Ensure minimum impact of local environment during to construction. E.g. runoff, storm water damage, water pollution, dust pollution & noise pollution. E.g. covering stockpiles to protect from runoff into drains
• Measures to prevent on-site erosion
• Environmental friendly cleaning products
• Recycling bins