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insightful, mindful and
participatory travel experience to
natural and cultural and social
environments, assisting the well-
being of the local cultures and
environments for future generations.
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Minimizing the impact of tourism on nature and culture.
Educating tourists to the importance of conservation .
Promoting responsible business practices .
— Providing financial benefits for the conservation of the
natural areas .
Educating the traveller on the local community and its
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* Use of local building and landscape materials .
Hiring local labor during construction and operations processes .
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solutions (many lodges have been very creative in identifying and adapting
new technologies)
Preparation of informative environmental education programs and
pret oe clinEco resorts in IndiaSwaswara
Gokarna, Karnataka
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Wayanad, KeralaElephant ValleyNameri Eco Camp
Nameri National Park, AssamKalmatia Sangam Himalaya Resort
Almora, Uttarakhand |Nimmu House
Leh, Jammu &Sarai at Toria
Panna, Madhya PradeshFacility Location, Layout, and Orientation:
The overall layout of the ecolodge and associated development must
reflect the dual purpose of creating an ambient and attractive environment for the
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To achieve this standard the proponent must demonstrate that some of the
following conditions have been created:
* Visitor experience and ambience.
+ Views within the site and to the surrounding landscape have been
maximized Adequate shade is provided by the use of vegetation and
facility orientation Local winds are funneled for natural ventilation
+ Individual accommodation units have adequate privacy
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* Only essential facilities are constructed adjacent to the beach and other
focal points on the site.
+ The overall footprint of the constructed buildings are kept to a
minimum.Architectural Layout Facilities:
* Orientation to the most attractive views (sleeping units, restaurant and
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+ Easy access between the sleeping units and the services.
+ -Private outdoor space (patio, veranda)
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+ Spacious and appealing eating area .
Interior Ambience:
+ Natural lighting through proper placement of windows
* Natural ventilation and shading.
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+ Visual contact with the surroundings and natural resources.
Use Of Colour:
* Muted earth tones that blend with the local environment and reflect light
are the best colours.
* The use of the local materials (sand, wood, clay) provides an
opportunity to maintain a palette of natural colors.Shaam-e-Sarhad Village Resort
Bhuj, GujaratKPKhem Villas
Ranthambore, Rajasthan
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Chorla Ghats, Goa
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Coorg, KarnatakaDiphlu River Lodge
Kaziranga, AssamDiphlu River Lodge
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safe, non-toxic and energy-efficient accommodation. Here are some basic characteristics
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1.Housekeeping uses non-toxic cleaning agents and laundry detergent
2.100% organic cotton sheets, towels and mattresses
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14.Newspaper recycling programThe Programs that may be incorporated:
A veterinary clinic = The plantation owners have expressed interest in
bringing farm animals onto the site and also to take care of the animals
already farmed on R block
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in Kuttanad. All the seeds needed for this are currently being brought in from
other states. A new industry could be created with the allocation and proper
planning of this space
Solar and wind power units ~ The project should look at the possibilities of
renewable energy onsite. This idea should be explored to make the project
more eco-friendly and the island become self sufficient.
An Ayurvedic centre - practicing traditional Indian medicineGAOKOS-An abode of TranquilityO A conscious effort on part of every Architect is necessary while designing a habitat
which is totally eco friendly.
O The planning should be as per the natural characteristic of land pertaining to the
topography, type of vegetation and climatic aspects of the surroundings. Instead of
cutting the existing tress, they are properly maintained and nurtured.Q ‘Gavkos' is a lovely privately owned farm-land and farm-house which has been
converted into a picnic spot. It’s about 35 KM from Pune.
There are two routes that you can pick from to exit Pune. One is via the Sinhagad
Road and another from Warje. The roads meet near Khadakwasla.
Q About an hour's drive from Pune, Gavkos — the 55-acre privately-developed hill
with five cottages and a dormitory — encourages you to explore the pristine
green landscape and the rich variety of flora and fauna. You can also access the
vista point that allows you a breathtaking view of Khadakwasla backwaters.
Q The farm house of Gavkos, situated on a hill just above the confluence of two
rivers, is at a very scenic spot. There are little squares of different farms all
around the rivers.
Q Looking down from Gavkos, the view is very pretty and serene. The delight of
watching the coming-together of two rivers and then moving on as one can be
enjoyed from a viewing deck.
Q The area has cottages and dormitories with a central kitchen area. It is
beautifully landscaped with stone path ways, parking areas, kiosks and a lush
vegetation that include all kind of trees and grasses.
Q A little deck is marked as a sunrise point overlooking the rivers and patches of
green and brown farms around it.Small temple near the Office Entrance
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on concept of traditional Kerala HouseVEGETATION ON THE SITE
O All varieties of trees from big trees to small planters with creepers and grass
are seen around. The big trees include trees as mango, coconut, neem,chickoo,
jacaranda, cassia, palash, acacia, silver oak and many more
Q The small trees include plants as casuarinas, palms, Ashoka, nilgiri, thuja and
so on shrubs and creepers include plants as sadaphuli, didonea, fern,
marigold, magnolia, mogra, shatawari, verbena, crotons, lantana etc.
Q Variety of grass like hariyali, wandering jew is also found around. Area is
surrounded with fragrances of fresh flowers and plants.
O The surrounding flora and fauna is incomplete without birds, so a variety of
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1. Screen negative features such as roads and traffic from the ecolodge site.
2.Create a separation between the ecolodge and adjacent facilities .
3.Screen the ecolodge from the views onto the site.
4,Partially obscuring such features such as the parking lot, utility building
and maintenance facilities .
5.The use of landforms can integrate the ecolodge into the wider landscape
with its hills and mounds. These berms can also be used to:
a.Direct wind movement to increase natural ventilation.
b.Control wind and offer protection in exposed areas and blowing sand.
c.Create a sense of privacy in different parts of the ecolodge .
b.Cluster vegetation around select landforms .Effective Landscaping: Merging with the terrain.Landscaping as per the terrainRecreational Facilities:
+ Recreation Facilities .There are recreation equipment companies that
offer low impact facilities. This may include:
+ Chloride free salt water pool.
+ Natural surface games area.
+ Low energy hot tubs .
* Cycling pathways.
+ Private areas for relaxation, meditation and contemplation.
Alternative technology options:
+ Energy conservation (wind, sun, thermal; cooling roof materials) .
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Renewable energy or co-generation schemes, including wind, thermal, fuel
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+ Energy Management Systems .
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+ Real time metering and sub- metering for establishing load profiles
throughout the lodge .
* High efficiency appliances .
* Solar Energy Systems.
* High efficiency thermal water heaters and instantaneous/ tank less water
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+ Waste Heat/Energy Recovery Systems (air, steam, etc.)
* Ground Source Heat Pumps .
* Efficient Piping design (steam, water and glycol piping) .
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