Property Overview

This is Good earth’s next, “ORCHARD” At a distance from the bursting city, yet connected by the Bangalore-Mysore highway, and the Peripheral ring road, this is yet another alternative to building sustainable communities. It could be your home-office, where thinking global and acting local, take on real meaning, or the refreshing home that you come to at the end of a day in the crowded city. Essential conveniences and services, like hospitals and markets are near by. Reputed schools and colleges are not far, and for children of any age, it will be a healthy environment to grow up in. ....... maps GOOD EARTH ORCHARD is a community of 60 homes. The houses at ORCHARD are designed in groups of 13 to 18 around landscaped cluster spaces, like “the glade”, “the grove” and “the meadow” or along shaded lanes, like “the boulevard”. A jogging track along the main street goes past stone platforms and brick seats among bursts of flowers at nooks and corners. Undulating grass mounds, lotus ponds, amidst the subtle scent of herbs, characterize the clusters, apart from the chikoo groves and the coconut avenues From having one’s morning cup of tea in the verandah, to a nap in the afternoon, to dining alfresco, a lot of activities can be enjoyed in the shaded outdoors. At ORCHARD, these are some of the concepts we have incorporated in our homes. Entertainment is not limited to watching television alone, bird-watching, working in the garden, enjoying the outdoors, are activities which can be encouraged, especially for children. The informality and security of the neighborhood spaces support “hide and seek”, “hopscotch” among the kids and perhaps a spontaneous game of ball, an exchange of recipes, a barbeque party at the club, among the adults The Verandah “The club at the ORCHARD is in the chikoo grove. Designed as a traditional house with large verandahs, it is an intimate space, for swimming, playing carom, entertaining or reading. Landscaped courts for parties and play areas spill over from the expansive verandahs, making it come alive at larger gatherings, or be a serene haven at other times. A well equipped gymnasium with health club, is on the higher level. A home theatre for weekend movies or a cricket match, is also a part of this community space. The Courtyard The houses are designed around courtyards with verandahs. The interior spaces within the home, have minimum walls, and flow into each other. The staircase is an integral part of the house, with a double height space, connecting the two floors. The spacious bedrooms too, overlook the open courtyard. The house is designed to allow for adequate light and cross ventilation. Natural textures, warm tones, with space for individual expression, make each home unique and personal. The Details The materials and finishes used are a blend of the natural and eco-sensitive, with the practical, and easy to maintain. Exposed brick and stone exteriors, stone, clay and wood for the interiors. Woodwork polished with a mixture of cashew shell nut liquid and linseed oil to enhance the life of the timber and give it a rustic look. Rain water harvesting and recharge, Decentralized sewage treatment and waste water recharge and reuse in gardens. All the images are from the Orchard homes already built, we have taken care to give each home a unique look and feel. In Brief: Total no of homes: 60 Total site area: 7 Acres Plot sizes 2500 to 4000 sqft Home sizes 2000 to 3000 sqft 3 and 4 Bedroom options Phase 1 Completed Phase 2 Completion: May 2010 Highlights: Houses planned in clusters of 13-16 units with secure compound walls around each cluster. Individual units with private courtyards. paved internal roads worked around existing trees with built in seats - "Katte" on street side. The development will retain the ambience of the Orchard. Underground service ducts to take care of electricity, telephone, TV. Eco-Friendly Sewage Treatment Plant. Rainwater harvesting and recharging. Adequate storm water drainage with percolation for ground water recharging.

Property Specifications

Internal Roads     Main Roads WBM with tar black top, cluster roads with soling and paving to increase rainwater percolation. Compound Wall Layout will be surrounded with a solid 6 feet compound wall. Water Supply Central pressurized water supply from bore wells with sump and overhead tank. Electricity Underground cables with individual meters in each house, common lighting for roads and parks. Telephone and Internet   Underground cables for telephone and broadband internet to each house. Landscape All common area will be landscaped with trees and parks , designated visitor car parks and playground. Club Clubhouse with games room, gym, party space and swimming pool. Structure Foundation:Random Rubble Stone foundation and RCC beam at plinth-level. Super Structure: Load bearing brick walls & exposed wire-cut brick masonry for external walls. Roof & Slabs :    Reinforced Cement Concrete slabs Interior walls:    Cement plastered. Finishes Exterior finishes:Walls- Combination of Painted and Exposed wire-cut bricks artistically pointed. Interior finishes:Walls rendered with lime, and painted with oil bound distemper. Woodwork: Front door: Seasoned teakwood, artistically designed, fully paneled. Internal doors:   Seasoned hardwood, fully paneled, finished with cashew and linseed oil Windows: Seasoned hardwood, clear glass, except for toilets, finished with cashew oil. Grills: Mild Steel grills as per design, painted with primer and semi-gloss paint. Hardware: A combination of Brass and powder coated fittings and branded locks wherever necessary. Electrical: Three phase concealed wiring All wiring shall be of Anchor/Finolex or         equivalent make concealed in 19/25mm dia, 2mm thick PVC conduit  pipes. Modular -Switches of Anchor, MK, or equivalent brand. Flooring: Vitrified tiles with a rustic stone finish of Kajaria, Nitco or Equivalent brands. Bathrooms: Ceramic tiles with a rustic finish of Kajaria, Nitco or equivalent brands.   - Walls in Ceramic tiles upto 7’ ht. Sanitary fittings  European wall mounted white closet with cistern, Cera or equivalent. Taps - diverters, basin mixers and overhead shower in toilets, of Jaguar make, CP fittings and ISI marked concealed PVC plumbing. Provision for geyser. Kitchen:  Counter :20mm thick Black granite  Dado: Ceramic tiles upto 2’ht above counter.  Cabinets: Marine Ply with powder coated/ stainless steel pullout trays and shutters with duco painted finish/ Rubberwood with polish.