Source: WorldConstruccion
Have an integrative process, that is, that all parties involved in the project work together to make much more comprehensive decisions.
Be located in a densely urban place to have access to public transport, bike lanes, basic services (schools, banks, shops, places of worship, gymnasiums, hardware stores, laundries, dry cleaners, libraries, nurseries, etc.)
Consider the physical characteristics of the land, as well as the social and cultural characteristics of the environment to make a passive design that promotes resource efficiency.
Consider green area that is permeable and allows the water table to be recharged, with native or adaptable plants (theoretically these types of plants do not require maintenance, since the natural weather conditions are sufficient)
To discourage the use of the car, either by making the parking lot smaller or by benefiting users who have electric cars, hybrids or car-sharing and promote the use of bicycle and non-motorized means of transport
Efficiently use resources: recovering rainwater, treating and reusing gray and / or black water, reducing water consumption for irrigation, furniture and sanitary fixtures and cooling towers., Taking advantage of natural lighting, automating lighting and ventilation, reusing materials, or using local materials, and having the least possible ecological footprint
Achieve an efficient building in energy terms through an energy modeling that allows us to propose the appropriate materials and elements to achieve it.
Have an HVAC project that meets international standards for indoor air quality (ASHRAE 62.1-2013) and thermal comfort (ASHRAE 55-2013)
Promote that regularly occupied spaces have views to the outside, preferably to nature, and natural lighting, without falling into fishbowl buildings
Use materials that are low in volatile organic compounds, avoid the use of mercury lamps (they release small amounts when in use, and we breathe it damaging our health)
Hire a commissioning agent to verify that everything is installed and works according to the design
Design projects that encourage the use of stairs to promote physical activity
Make projects that are accessible to all types of people
Carry out best construction practices to prevent the spread of dust, the use of toxic materials and the generation of garbage to protect the health of workers and the end user, and avoid environmental pollution