Aashiana is a high-performance private residence located on Tchui Road in Muthaiga, Nairobi. Developed by iJenga Ventures Ltd., the home is a model of sustainable residential design in Kenya’s urban context. UGC’s Amrish Shah served as the EDGE Auditor, making this the first EDGE-certified home in Kenya and the region, and the first to be audited by a local Kenyan EDGE Auditor. Despite being a single-unit project, Aashiana demonstrates a strong commitment to energy efficiency, water conservation, and low-embodied carbon construction. Its certification highlights how individual homes can meaningfully contribute to national and global climate goals.
Project Sustainability Features
- 51% energy savings, including use of solar PV, natural ventilation, energy-efficient appliances, reflective roof and wall finishes, and smart metering
- 72% water savings, via low-flow showerheads and faucets, dual-flush toilets, rainwater harvesting, and greywater recycling for flushing
- 64% reduction in embodied carbon in materials, with reuse of window frames, in-situ concrete slabs, unpolished stone block walls, and locally sourced finishes
- Operational CO₂ savings: 14.75 tCO₂/unit/year
- EDGE Advanced status achieved, setting a precedent for single-family residential green certification in the region
UGC Services Provided:
- EDGE audit performed under GBCI guidelines
Project Info
Location
- Tchui Road, Muthaiga, Nairobi, Kenya
Square Meters
- 700
Completion Date
- 19 September 2019
Certification
- EDGE Advanced
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