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Building Specs

Building Specifications

We do not compromise on quality and it is important, when making comparisons, that you are precisely aware of the house specification you are buying. Armed with this information you can be sure your home will be built to the quality, safety and standards you expect.

Concrete: The reinforced concrete foundation, columns, and tie beams, forming the main house structure, will be constructed using quality concrete, meeting current international anti-seismic (earthquake) standards, designed to withstand earth tremors. This main structure is guaranteed in perpetuity. All exterior columns will be insulated with 'Fibran ECO' quality polystyrene foam boards, characterised by their lasting thermal insulating property and minimal water absorption.

Bricks: All exterior walls will be constructed as cavity brick walls, accordingly filled with styrofoam insulation panels to provide the best possible climate for maintaining coolness in Summer and warmth in Winter. 

Stone build: Our stone built houses use traditional methods with 50cm thick walls for insulationInternal walls are rendered with exposed stone around doors, windows and internal arches and are treated to reduce dust residue. External walls are treated with high grade damp proofing.

Plaster: Plaster (rendering) will comprise an initial render of cement with a final top render using a plaster and powdered marble mix for a durable finish.

Painting: Exterior walls will be painted in acrylic paint - and the color will be according to the selection made for the specific project. Interior walls and ceilings to be painted in acrylic paint. Wooden window frames, shutters and, where applicable, wooden pergolas, will be stained in a natural color.

Electric: Lighting is provided for each room as well as stairs and balconies. Ample power sockets are provided in every room. Telephone and satellite TV sockets are provided in the living area. Air conditioning power cables are provided in the living area and in each bedroom for future installation.

Plumbing: Hot water is usually provided by solar panel with an electric immersion fitted as standard. Forget the 'waste bin syndrome'! A wide diameter waste outlet is connected to the cesspit, constructed for each property. Each house has all pipe work fitted for future installation of a central heating system.

Floorings: All floors will be tiled, with the purchaser selecting from the company's range of high quality tiles.  A skirting board of tiles will be laid in each room. On the balconies and in any exterior spaces, all tiles are non-slip.

Bathrooms: Sanitaryware and mirrors, toilet roll holder etc., are standard. Taps are from the Italian company FIORE or other company of similar quality. The bathroom floors and walls are tiled are selected from our range, by the purchaser.

Kitchen: The kitchen specification is extremely high, with built in appliances as standard such as a built-in oven and hob, extractor fan, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and a washing machine. Floor cupboards and wall units are selected from the company's range of options, manufactured in MDF or PVC coated MDF. A stainless steel sink is installed. Ample power sockets are placed for kitchen equipment.

Wardrobes: Each bedroom contains a wardrobe which has two doors, shelving and drawer units. Finishes can be selected by the purchaser.

Windows: Double glazed solid wood frames with traditional shutters OR double glazed aluminium frames and roller shutters, according to the selection made for the specific project.

Pergolas: Wooden Pergolas and tiled terraces (where applicable).

Exterior Landscaping: Our Developments vary from basic landscaping, that provides you with the opportunity of a personal touch, to fully landscaped projects.

 



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