Climate change is here and it is one of the main challenges
that faces our country today.
With the unpredictable environmental impacts that climate
change has on a disaster-prone country like the Philippines, contractors
together with architects and builders must adapt new solutions for sustainable
living.
James Hardie Philippines has developed Discover - an
educational series which shares the latest construction trends and building
technologies with local contractors, developers and manufacturers. For its
first installment, the series explored the use of more environmentally
conscious yet sustainable building materials with Filipino builders and architects.
"This first Discover event was set up to serve as a
think tank where industry players and specialists can come together to impart
and exchange knowledge on new building technologies and trends," said Liza
Alde, James Hardie Philippines' Marketing Manager.
“This will not be
the last though,” Alde adds. “We are ready to replicate Discover nationwide to
better reach our architects and contractors locally. By providing our partners
with access to the right information and solutions, we can help work together
to address the changing needs of the market."
Launched in Manila then held next in Pampanga, Discover
extends to local contractors and industry players valuable knowledge on
building trends and environmental responsibility they can apply in their
projects.
Sustainable architecture through green building
Green building and mindful material use and re-use were the
main points tackled in the discussion.
Carmelito Tatlonghari of the Green Architecture Advocacy of
the Philippines highlighted the impact construction materials have on the
environment.
He urged builders and architects to first consider using
materials that are better for the environment, cost-efficient, and durable in
any project, and to utilize resources made available by green building rating
systems like LEED and BERDE to assist them with their choice.
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| [Carmelito Tatlonghari, founding member of Green Architecture Advocacy Philippines advocates sustainability for all in Discover’s Manila event last December.] |
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| [Following the success of its Manila inauguration, Discover landed in Pampanga next to extend to local contractors fresh insight on sustainability through green building. In the photo: Mariano Chua of MEW Trading with the James Hardie Central Luzon Sales Team] |
"The health of the people and the environment should
be the utmost concern of any architect and contractor in any building,"
said Tatlonghari. "Consider materials that have clean grades from green
building rating systems and ready information on their lifecycle."
Meanwhile, Technical and Product Development Manager of
James Hardie Philippines Net Saysay, has underlined how building materials and
practices that are mindful of the environment can benefit contractors,
developers and even professional architects and engineers.
Saysay explained how HardieFlex™ fiber cement boards cater
to the environmental needs of the Philippine market and highlighted HardieFlex™
Eaves, as James Hardie Philippines’ newest solution for green architecture.
HardieFlex™ Eaves are designed to help structures cool down
naturally by allowing interior heat to escape as well as keep moisture away
from the roof space. HardieFlex™ Eaves are thick and durable, and are
specifically designed to better withstand material degradation that is a common
result of the harsh Philippine climate and the impact of natural
disasters.
Moreover, It saves contractors 10-15% of labor costs since
it is highly-customizable and can be tailor-fit for various home designs
removing the need of cutting and reducing product waste.
"Aside from the above, HardieFlex™ Eaves is a BERDE
and LEED points contributor. The product contains no Asbestos--a substance that
is toxic to both people and the environment. “It is both moisture and fire
resistant," Saysay said. "The product was made specifically durable
for Philippine weather conditions."
With the information shared in Discovery and the launch of
HardieFlex™ Eaves, James Hardie Philippines empowers Filipinos to build without
compromising on quality or sustainability by providing them with better
resources.
Architects, contractors and developers are encouraged to be
part of the next Discover event. Get in touch with James Hardie Philippines as
there are limited slots available.
HardieFlex™ durable fiber cement boards are resistant* to
impact, fire, mold and moisture damage.
They also come with a 10-year warranty, so you won’t have to worry about
them once they’re installed in your homes. All you have to do is to look for
the green stripes and back branding on the board to know that you’re getting
only the real HardieFlex™.
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