Riviera Platinum Services are interested in positive outcomes for the environment. We will provide advice and recommend systems designed to reduce the consumption of energy & natural resource usage & reuse. We are committed to environmental sustainability in building and renovation, and its impact on the long term economic considerations of your project & its environment.

Save money & the environment within the design & construction of your home

The introduction of energy saving devices and systems can reduce the running costs of your home and reduce the impact on the resources it takes to run it. We can advise on the devices and systems to install in the design or renovation of your home. So many fantastic devices & systems are being launched onto the market, so there is certain to be a solution suited to your project's needs. The savings on consumption and running costs will give a great return on your investment in the medium & long term future. Some solutions are outlined below.

Solar energy systems for your residential property

A variety of options are available on the market, for installation on various surfaces that capture the sunlight, on your property. Each solution has a variety of energy saving outcomes. Use solar energy systems to heat your pool, run your internal heating systems, and sell your excess power back to the grid for further savings. Solar systems are supported with tax concessions & subsidies from the French government fo primary residences.

Energy saving water-heating systems

There are a variety of water heating systems available on the market, but choosing the right system that is both efficient, and a solution that will generate enough hot water for your needs and one that is cost efficient is very important. We can advise on the most environmentally savvy systems available. Certain types of water heating systems are supported with tax concessions & subsidies from the French government fo primary residences.

Efficient water management

Water costs money & is the next resource that will be fought over, after oil & gas, so why not conserve as much as you you can and use rain water for your garden or laundry uses. We can advise on the best rainwater tanks that can be discreetly placed on your property to conserve that precious rain that falls upon your roof. We can also advise on gray water treatment & recycling systems that will reduce your town water usage and make better use of rain & waste water on your property.

Design your home against heat & cold and work with your natural environment

Insulation systems today are sophisticated and the materials high tech. Prior to building or renovating you should discuss with us the kinds of solutions that are available to protect you and your family from the heat of summer and the colder winter temperatures.

Double glazing is commonly used in modern building however triple glazing although more expensive should be considered when building or renovating. Triple glazing offers more protection from cold & heat and greatly increases insulation from sound. It can decrease heating costs by more than 50%. The quality of window surrounds is equally important so don't skimp on this either.

Shade & sun protection can be created using modern or traditional systems that we can propose to match or juxtapose your property. We will research and offer the best technology, aesthetics, and longevity available on the market.

Working with your local environment can offer possibilities to the design, comfort and character of your home. We will work the architect to utilize the nature of the terrain we are working with to maximize both above-ground and underground design and space options.

Contributing to the environment

Composting systems can be installed to lower the amount of organic waste requiring disposal and allowing you or your gardener to add nutrition to the gardens on your property.

Recycling is an everyday part of dealing with inorganic waste in France however the separation of different types of packaging and materials can be a chore. We can build in dedicated systems that will make the initial separation of articles tidier and more efficient and the disposal of them to recycling stations less of a nuisance.

Planting around and in your home can improve air quality and ambience. Choosing the right plants is critical. We can help you select plants that contribute to your immediate environment and require less care and water. Strategically placed trees and shade plants that do not grow out of control can be placed in areas where they are needed to reduce direct sun to exposed parts of your house, create wind breaks, and look beautiful.

Please feel free to contact us to discuss any aspect of sustainable building and living.