BUILDING GREEN for over a decade, THE LOFTS® has constantly looked for better ways to create a quality product with the least possible impact on the environment.
We are committed to acheiving a
LEEDS Silver rating in the Commercial portions of the ArtYard. We are committed to acheiving a Gold rating based on the Build Green New Mexico guildelines for our residential units.
Green Building Features at
THE ARTYARD include:
- Capture all graywater and reuse to flush toilets
- Advanced framing techniques that reduce building materials
- Roof water captureand reuse for irrigation.
- Water resistant barrier on the buildings.
- Separating and reusingscrap materials.
- Incorporating friendlymaterials like cellulose insulation that has a high percentage of recycled content.
- Recycle waste materials
- Renewable materials like bamboo.
- Certified wood.
- A 60 Home Energy Ratings System (HERS)
- Design and install the HVAC system to Manual
- sD and SEnergy Star appliances and equipment
- Air conditioners with a SEER 15 rating
- Seal all ductsEnergy Star Advanced Lighting Package
- Rough-In for Solar heat and domestic water for possible future use.
- Low flow faucets and shower heads
- Dual flush toilets
- Install direct vent heating equipment that's 95% efficient
- Use materials with no formaldehyde
- Low VOC paint.
*Please note that although we try and use environmentally safe materials, we cannot guarantee thatany unit will meet the needs of chemically sensitive individuals.
