Spacious family eco house

This spacious 4-bedroom eco-friendly family home is situated below the famous Giraffe Sanctuary in the Hardy suburbs of Nairobi, Kenya.

Exterior:

The house sits on a gently sloping plot with views of the surrounding greenery. The roof is equipped with sleek solar panels, designed to harness the abundant sunshine of Nairobi, ensuring the home remains energy-efficient and off the grid for most of the year.

Solar and Water Systems:

On the roof, alongside the solar panels, a solar water heating system provides hot water for the entire household. The panels are designed to capture solar energy and heat water for showers, kitchen use, and laundry, reducing the reliance on traditional electric or gas water heaters and lowering the household’s carbon footprint. The solar panels and water heaters are carefully positioned to maximize efficiency, ensuring that the home is self-sufficient in terms of energy and water heating.

Interior:

The living room is spacious, with a stone fireplace made from locally sourced stone, adding warmth and charm. There is a spacious kitchen and dining area leading to a covered veranda area.

The four bedrooms are generously sized, each with large windows offering views of the gardens. The other bedrooms are equally well-appointed, perfect for a family, with ample storage space and natural ventilation.

Sustainable Features:

• Rainwater Harvesting: The home incorporates a rainwater collection system to gather water from the roof, stored in large tanks for use in irrigation, toilet flushing, and other non-potable purposes.

• Energy-Efficiency: Apart from solar panels, the home is equipped with energy-efficient LED lighting and an advanced insulation system to keep the house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

• Landscaping: The garden is landscaped with drought-resistant indigenous plants, which not only conserve water but also attract local wildlife.

Eco-Living:

This home is designed for a family that values sustainability and nature. The layout encourages outdoor living with large terraces and verandas perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying the views. The home is designed to be in harmony with its environment, reducing the overall ecological footprint while providing a modern, comfortable, and beautiful space for a family to thrive.

Located just below the Giraffe Sanctuary, this home is truly a peaceful retreat, combining modern living with eco-friendly innovations, all while supporting and enhancing the local wildlife and environment.