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Minimal and ecofriendly designs without compromising on the guest

comfort.

Materials are locally sourced to reduce carbon footprint and repurpose
items like doors, windows and roof tiles.

Open layouts with high ceilings, tiled roofs, and oxide floors, which aid in

maintaining a comfortable, cool atmosphere without the need for energy-
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intensive air conditioning systems.
Solar power accounts for nearly 70% of our energy requirements. Advanced

sewage treatment plant processes wastewater, which is then utilized for

garden irrigation purposes. Segregating wet and dry waste, we can
effectively compost kitchen waste and repurpose it for use in our gardens.

Landscaping and gardens are designed with native plants that require

minimal water for their maintenance, promoting responsible water usage.

2.1.5. Inferences

The inclusion of vernacular materials in every detail at the resort is

appreciable which showcases the Tamil nadu style and situated in a dense
forest makes it a challenge to build without destroying the environment.

Ensuring all the villas have a view of the lake and also providing small

pools to enhance micra climate of the region. The resort takes cares of the
sustainability with providing comfort and luxury to the users.

2.2. Kumarakom resort, Vembanad lake, kaerla

Location: The Kumarakom resort is in

the banks of Vembanad lake a few km

away from Kottayam in central
Kerala.

Access: cochin airport 72km away.

20 minutes boat ride from resorts at
Muhamma, Cherthala which is 35km

Figure 8: Kumarakom location from cochin.

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