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"We are delighted to be offering such an exceptional property in Turkey", says Robert Nixon, Operations Director for sole selling agents Nirvana International. "This rating has been achieved largely by the incorporation of ancient passive design devices developed over thousands of years of construction. This gives rise not only to energy efficiency but also a distinctive architectural character."

Design techniques include -

Thermal mass - Stone clad concrete used as main structural material which moderates extremes of temperature.

Earth Sheltering - Architectural design follows the natural topography of the land which minimizes energy requirements during construction and allows "earth Sheltering" as a device for climatic control.

Courtyards - These provide a protected environment moderating extreme conditions for winter and summer. Also allow good natural lighting and cross ventilation to all rooms.

Zoned living - The villa provides alternative areas for living in the various seasons. In summer one can utilize the more shady side. A winter living area is on the South side and designed to maximize natural solar gain through large glazed openings. Open fireplaces are incorporate in both living spaces.

Passive stack cooling - The towers allow for the passive stack cooling effect. Vented at the top, warm air floors up and out drawing cooler air through adjoining spaces at low level

Evaporative cooling - The gravity fed water features are not only decorative but provide useful evaporative cooling close to perimeter of building.

Roof construction - Roofs to be of double layer vented construction to prevent excessive build up of heat.

Shading - External decorative sliding fretwork screens to all large openings offer shading.

Landscaping - Extensive landscaping around perimeter of building to prevent build up of heat in the summer.

The Turkey property - Villa Caesar is however not just about zero carbon emissions it is about lavish luxury.

The home provides extensive and sumptuous modern living accommodation; it incorporates a modern lifestyle approach yet interacts with nature, responding directly it its setting and maximizing views and the sun path.

Specifications include, remote video entry system, remote and pre set lighting facilities, control blinds, curtains etc, digital audio system throughout, radio controlled switches to bathrooms for full control from various points within the room plus many other exciting innovations.
The property is enhanced with numerous streams and water features which are gravity fed.

Clever lighting will draw the eye to the beautiful windmill that is part of the eco approach of the property together with submerged pool lighting and a dancing glow of orange light in the "fire pit".

Inside the home floors are dark timber, natural stone or printed polished concrete the various surfaces defining the different areas. Internal doors are solid timber. There are two lounge areas which benefit from open fireplaces, large openings onto courtyards and high vaulted ceilings. There is a state of the art home cinema system, a private library and a galleried observatory in the domed tower.

The kitchen is beautifully appointed and includes solid timber cabinets crafted from Turkish walnut enhanced by stainless steel appliances provided by high quality supplies such as Gaggenau. The dining area is spectacular; inspired by interior shady patios of traditional Turkish architecture, sliding folding doors fold away in the arched openings revealing the waters edge of the pool and a timber bridge that entices one over to the pool house and sauna. Bathrooms and bedrooms continue this approach of superb, high quality living in an environmentally friendly environment.

Villa Caesar is part of the developing Augustus Resort master plan. The property will be near to the planned Country Club and leisure spa, shops, restaurants and bars.

Surrounding this development on three sides are extensive protected forests. Sports include riding, cycling, river water rafting, sea sailing, skiing, golf at nearby Belek and shopping at Side and Antalya.

The property is around 30 minutes from Antalya airport.
Price £795,000

"UK residents have been buying abroad for many years often choosing well known destinations such as Spain and Italy, but in recent years there has been a noticeable surge of new emerging countries where values seem extremely competitive", says Brian French, Chairman of FOPDAC (Federation of Overseas Property Developers, Agents and Consultants).

"The Federation was formed over 30 years ago when foreign investment was in its infancy. Throughout the years it has provided constant support to buyers, guiding and advising on countries and companies with whom they should be relatively safe in their investment.

It is heartening to see that Turkey, a country relatively new to the overseas market place, approaching the environmental issue with such vigour"

Nirvana International
www.nirvanainternational.com
0118 965 4072
Nirvana International is a member of FOPDAC