Oceanvale and the Environment
In this pristine wetland environment, Meriton has taken special care to design and build in a way that has the least possible impact upon the environment. It is a matter of pride and good conscience that we have led the drive towards sustainable building practices in Australia and set a design standard that reduces our carbon footprint.
We work closely with council, governments and suppliers to deliver on our commitment to environmental best practice and have taken this to a new level at Oceanvale. These measures not only represent a public good but result in significantly reduced strata levies and utility bills.
Building height has been limited to just four storeys, eliminating the potential for overshadowing and maximising the number of ground floor apartments with their own private courtyards.
With skylights, sun shades and louvred shutters residents are able to respond to weather variables allowing maximum light penetration in winter and protection from the heat in summer.
Oceanvale’s outstanding environmental features include:
- Energy efficient lighting, appliances and split system air-conditioning
- Water efficient fixtures in kitchen, bathrooms and laundry
- Rainwater harvesting for irrigation and car wash bays
- Louvres and sun shades to protect balconies and living spaces
- A Hebal wall system is used between neighbouring apartments
- Floor to ceiling glass windows to maximise light penetration
- Drought tolerant landscaping
- New cycleways and boardwalks linking to existing tracks
- Enhancements to creek and wetland water quality
Oceanvale has a 6.0 star average thermal comfort rating, well above current building standards. Rest assured your new home will be in harmony with the environment.
