Flats as they are called are quite distanced from the regular apartment, occupying one whole floor of a building. These buildings are more often than not old converted office spaces in areas where they may have been forced to move from due to new zoning rules, relocating most businesses to newer more modern locations loaded with the needs of the growing business community. May they be second hand or primary use, flats will always be a joy to green as well as all other housing complexes for a little goes a long long way in terms of helping mother earth regain her vigor. from LED lights that are now becoming common place to smart lighting solutions, they are all quite effective and easy to change making them the easiest retro-fits to an existing building, flat or home.
Small wind generators can even be fitted onto windows exposed to the micro-climate creating constant winds all year round in these city neighborhoods. Life in flats can be flat, literally and adding character to one may be your best endeavor yet. Make a statement and green your flat by retro-fitting old appliances with more energy efficient ones that not only use less environment impacting technology but consumes less electricity as well. Most flats have personalities as they have weathered tenants through the years. May they be large or small, nothing is better than getting your flat turned into an environmental conscious platform for all to see.