The physical restrictions that resulted from the efforts to contain the global COVID-19 pandemic have primarily impacted the way that we live. As the various lockdowns have widely precipitated the “work from home” and “shelter in place” phenomena, homeowners have learned to assess just how much–or how little–our dwellings meet these emerging needs. Perhaps the most important lesson of all is to be more mindful of how we interact and co-exist with others and with the environment.
Applying this concept to home and shelter, this is where the idea of “green” or sustainable buildings come in as the ideal dwellings of the future. The good news is that while the idea of sustainable living structures may be new for most, it is already a reality that you can benefit from. Long before the onslaught of the pandemic, a sustainable living solution has been developed with foresight by independent real estate developer ISOC Land (I-Land). I-Land Residences Sucat is the company’s maiden residential condominium development that has been deliberately designed to meet the strict global standards of LEED certification.
Within the residential units, smart and optimum space planning offers the best daily living experience for whatever type of resident–an aspirational professional, a starting-out couple, a young family or a growing brood. Proper design and planning allow adaptive reuse of space for work or schooling, which is a big life change that almost all homeowners have experienced during this pandemic
Shared spaces such as amenities and public areas provide more than ample distance among community dwellers. Additionally, automated door access and other technology-based solutions such as smart switches for fixtures are not only part of sustainability measures but also provide additional peace of mind with less physical contact among residents.
Sustainability does not only mean respect for the nature but a more effective and lasting way for humans to co-exist with it. It is time that Filipinos take to heart the challenge of living a more sustainable daily lifestyle so that the lessons of the COVID-19 pandemic are not put to waste.
