Quadruple A developer DMCI Homes continues to explore new technologies to promote sustainable living in its condominium communities.

DMCI Homes' The Atherton condominium, located along Dr. A. Santos Avenue in Parañaque City, harnesses the power of natural daylight with solar tubes strategically placed along its open lawn.

"Driven by innovation and guided by sustainability, we are continuously finding ways to enrich the lives of our residents while reducing our environmental impact through the use of eco-friendly technologies and practices," Butch Mendizabal, DMCI Homes Corporate Communications manager, said.

The said solar tubes effectively harvest natural daylight and are able to distribute it into the interior spaces of the property's indoor badminton court, DMCI Homes said in a statement.

The process provides additional illumination equivalent to at least 300 watts of energy during daytime at peak noon hours. This translates to energy savings totaling 1.8 kilowatt-hours (kWh) based on a study conducted by DMCI Homes' Design and Engineering Department.

The solar tube lighting complements DMCI Homes' Lumiventt® Design Technology — an innovative design that ensures free-flowing air and abundant natural light inside high-rise condominiums.

It takes advantage of natural light and air through three-story-high openings dubbed Sky Patios, serving as entry points. With this, The Atherton is able to reduce the need for artificial lighting and cooling appliances, resulting in substantial energy savings.