Wall Apartamentos
Wall Apartamentos is a 208-unit apartment complex in in Medellín. Residents will enjoy the building’s impressive location, offering views of the La Volcana ravine. Residents will also enjoy a number of amenities, including a gym, co-working room, and outdoor spaces that connect them with the local environment.
The apartment complex was designed to reduce energy and water usage, allowing residents to save on utility bills and live more environmentally friendly lifestyles. LED lighting, external shading devices, and low-flow plumbing fixtures will be installed to reduce the building’s energy and water use. Natural ventilation will also be used to provide thermal comfort, eliminating the need for air conditioning.
Trazos Urbanos, the developer of the project, is committed to the sustainable development of Colombia through the management of real estate projects. Wall Apartamentos is an example of this commitment, as is their EDGE-certified Salamanca project.
Wall Apartamentos has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from CAMACOL.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
*Part of the energy efficiency percentage may be associated with virtual energy for comfort depending on the presence of heating and cooling systems. Note that virtual energy does not contribute savings to utility bills.
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reflective paint/tiles for the roof and external walls, external shading devices, natural ventilation with operable windows and no A/C, energy-saving lighting in internal and external spaces, and lighting controls for corridors and staircases.
Water
Low-flow showerheads and faucets for kitchen sinks and washbasins and dual flush for water closets.
Materials
In-situ trough concrete for the floor and roof construction, honeycomb clay blocks with plaster for internal and external walls, and vinyl flooring.
Location
Cra 29A No. 9 Sur – 45 Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia
Stage
Preliminary EDGE Certificate
Date
September 1, 2020
Floor Space (m2)
16,532
Total CO2 Savings (annually)
85.0 t
Client Details
Certified By
CAMACOL