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Eco-Friendly Living: Bamboo Houses and Sustainable Villas in Bali
26 July 2024 by Seo ManagerHave you ever thought of a bamboo cottage with flora abounding and nature singing sweet melodies? The dream is coming true in Bali, as many people are now adapting sustainable living to fight climate change and mitigate their carbon emissions. Bamboo houses and eco-villas are gaining popularity in the real estate sector of Bali due to the undeniable effects of global warming and increasing environmental awareness. Why A Bamboo House? Bamboo is one of the most eco-friendly, versatile and durable materials on earth, making it the perfect key component for an environmentally friendly Bali bamboo house. In addition to being an incredible plant with many uses and benefits, it’s a rapidly growing resource that benefits both the planet and the livelihoods of those who depend on it. So if you’re wondering, how can a villa be eco-friendly in Bali? Let’s take a look: Rapid Growth Some bamboo grows incredibly quickly, with certain species reaching up to 2.91 feet in one day. This growth allows for deforestation reduction and sustainability. Bamboo Regenerates Depleted Soil Bamboo’s thick root mass restores depleted soil and filters dangerous nitrates, thereby preventing water pollution. In addition, the root system prevents soil and water loss, thus reducing the chances of accidents like landslides. Oxygen Production Bamboo yields 35% more oxygen than ordinary trees and absorbs CO2 significantly, leading to a healthier planet. Depending on the type of bamboo, a one hectare bamboo forest can absorb over 60 tonnes of CO2 in one year. What Are The Advantages Of Living In A Bamboo House Villa? Strength and Durability Bamboo has a tensile strength of 28,000 psi (pounds per square inch), which surpasses steel’s 23,000 psi (pounds per square inch). It is also two times harder than oak wood or other hardwoods making it a tough and eco-friendly building material. Earthquake and Flame Resistance Being flexible, bamboo makes lighter structures that are less affected by earthquakes. Furthermore, it contains big quantities of silicate acid, making it highly resistant to fire outbreaks. Insulating Properties Since bamboo serves as an insulator naturally, your house remains warm in cold days and cool during hot seasons. This property aids in saving electricity and minimizing carbon footprints. Bamboo Villa In Bali With Bali Coconut Living Looking for your dream Bali bamboo house? Explore our selection here at Bali Coconut Living. We have Bali bamboo houses that are environmentally friendly and support the preservation of nature with the use of sustainable, eco-friendly materials. Villa Nusa 2 Villa Nusa 2 is one of those beautiful tropical styled villas featuring an attractive square-shaped façade with clean white walls and earthy touches. Situated against a backdrop of lush green gardens and the bright blue sky, it offers a peaceful and picturesque setting. The bedrooms, living room, dining room all open out towards a large swimming pool and deck area, providing seamless indoor-outdoor living. This fully furnished villa has been built on a plot that measures 215 sqm in size. It contains two bedrooms, two bathrooms and two storages. Villa Nusa 3 A blend of modernity and Balinese artistry brings about Villa Nusa 3 with its L-shaped pool wrapped around the house for seamless interaction between inside rooms and outdoor spaces. There is also wood against white in the bright airy interiors providing rich warmth to the space. Large windows reveal neighborhood views while floor-to-ceiling sliding doors open onto balconies. It sits on a plot spanning across 255 sqm, including three bedrooms, three bathrooms as well as being spread over two stories. Bamboo Villa Tabanan The Bamboo Villa Tabanan is an eco-enthusiast’s paradise where bamboo, natural stones, and hardwoods, among other sustainable materials, make up almost everything here. The second floor has one bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, offering fantastic views. On the ground floor you will find closed sunken living room close to garden and swimming pool, kitchenette, and dining area. Other features include a parking space, tropical gardens, a floating sunbed, and a suspended net over the pool. Construction will be done on land measuring 300sqm after deposit payment begins immediately it is paid up to completion within six months. Rumah Cakrawala Situated in Gianyar City Centre district of Gianyar, about 700 meters from Ayung River or Paddy View Hotel & Restaurant, this Rumah Cakrawala is a lovely farm style house on 700 sqm of land in thriving private garden amidst some productive rice fields and beautiful flora. It has bamboo high-vaulted ceilings, white walls with fantastic brick accents, hard wood floors and beautiful bamboo furniture. The villa also has a wraparound balcony with full-length glass windows and doors, two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, kitchen area, guest toilet and wooden staircase that leads to open loft space. This colonial-era plantation home which is now available for sale (lease until 2043), is called Rumah Cakrawala. Find Your Dream Bali Bamboo House With Bali Coconut Living Ready to find your Bali bamboo house? Contact us now at Bali Coconut Living, a Seminyak-based villa property agency that is always ready to serve you if you need assistance in buying, selling, and even maintaining a villa for your passive income. We have hundreds of wonderful Bali villas whether freehold or leasehold for sale and rent in all of the most popular areas including Seminyak, Umalas, Uluwatu, Jimbaran and Canggu. Feel free to browse all of our properties and if you have any questions or inquiries, do Rent a Villa, or pick up the phone and call us at +62 361 847 6727.

Eco-Friendly Activities To Support Bali Environmental Sustainability
18 October 2022 by Seo ManagerBali is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in the world. Millions of tourists and travelers love Bali for its undeniably unique vibrations, beautiful nature and friendly locals. Unfortunately, the island seems to be struggling under the weight of pollution due to mass consumerism and mass tourism. This is clearly showcased through the piles of trash and plastic that suffocates its rivers, beaches and waterways. It’s not news that the island has a plastic and trash problem, but the good news is that there is always something that can be done, and it all starts with us. If you’re here because you’re sincerely looking for ways to give back and support this beautiful island, then we’ve got great news for you. There are actually plenty of ways to make a difference through various fun activities - from volunteering to shopping and participating in tours! Here are some ideas : Sungai Watch One of the most renowned and successful environmental organizations registered in both Bali and the USA. Its members are on a mission to stop plastic from going into the ocean. Every day, these river warriors clean hundreds of tons of plastic and other non-organic materials from Bali’s waterways. Cleaning up one river can take weeks, but the end result is amazing. They put up barriers along the mouths of rivers that collect rubbish, which is then collected and recycled. Rivers that were once polluted and uninhabited by any form of wildlife or marine life, would become clean and pristine once again thanks to the volunteers and members of Sungai Watch. Follow them on Instagram to learn more: @sungaiwatch. Trash Hero Canggu If you’ve been to Bali during the rainy season, you would have seen the amount of trash that gets washed up on the beach. It may be shocking but someone somewhere needs to do something and that’s the volunteers at Trash Hero. Established in 2018, Trash Hero is a movement that holds weekly meet-ups along the beaches of Canggu to pick up trash and keep paradise clean. Every Sunday, its members meet and strive to clean, educate and create change among both local and international communities on the island. In addition to picking up trash and cleaning beaches, Trash Hero also runs community-led programs such as a water bottle refill program and environmental education for kids. Learn how you too can participate at https://trashhero.org Sustainable Tours and Activities In addition to volunteering, you can always participate in tours and activities that would benefit the local community, independent sellers and farmers without harming the environment. For example, you could go on a rice field tour with a local tour guide, participate in a local cooking class that uses organic greens from the surrounding areas, explore the natural wonders of Bali by bicycle, go on a Jukung boat ride, and attend local workshops run by local Balinese craftsmen and women. Choose from painting and wood carving to making your own coconut oil, soaps, jamu, and more. Shop Mindfully Another way to support environmental sustainability in Bali is to shop mindfully. There are shops here that sell only locally produced organic products that were made by local Balinese farmers such as jams and spreads, dried fruits, tea and coffee, incense sticks, essential oils, and so much more. Check out Samadi Bali, Kou, Sensatia Botanicals and Soil Food Temple. These shops sell all of the above and more, plus, you won’t see any plastic in the store! You could also shop at the local market or traditional market. Remember to bring a reusable bag with you We hope the above is helpful to help giving you an idea of how you could give back to the local Balinese community in an efficient, eco-friendly way. While you’re here in Bali, remember that you can always rely on Bali Coconut Living for a beautiful and luxurious, tropical Bali villa whether for monthly rent or for a long-term lease. Contact us now. Bali Coconut Living is a leading Seminyak-based villa property agent ready to assist you in buying, selling, and villa maintenance. Feel free to browse through our listings of freehold or leasehold apartments, available for sale and for rent in all of the most popular areas including Seminyak, Umalas, Uluwatu, Jimbaran and Canggu. We hope the above is helpful to help give you an idea of how you could give back to the local Balinese community in an efficient, eco-friendly way. While you’re here in Bali, remember that you can always rely on Bali Coconut Living for a beautiful and luxurious, tropical Bali villa whether for monthly rent or for a long-term lease. Contact us now. Bali Coconut Living is a leading Seminyak-based villa property agent ready to assist you in buying, selling, and villa maintenance. Feel free to browse through our listings of freehold or leasehold apartments, available for sale and for rent in all of the most popular areas including Seminyak, Umalas, Uluwatu, Jimbaran and Canggu.