You Collection João Moura
You Collection João Moura
You Collection João Moura is bringing 36 studio apartments and 88 two-bedroom apartments to the residential market in Pinheiros, a central neighborhood in the city of São Paulo. Residents will benefit from the energy and water efficiency measures incorporated into the building with a 24 percent saving on utility costs.
You Collection João Moura was developed by Paladin Realty Partners and You Inc., with EDGE Expert services provided by Daniela Corcuera. A leader in sustainable development and an EDGE Champion, Paladin Realty has invested in projects across Latin America, bringing more affordable housing to the market in a socially and environmentally responsible way. Paladin Realty has financed EDGE-certified projects in Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.
You Collection João Moura has received final EDGE certification from GBCI.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, external shading devices, a high efficiency boiler for hot water, and energy-saving lighting in internal and external spaces.
Water
Dual-flush water closets and low-flow showerheads and faucets for kitchen sinks and washbasins.
Materials
In-situ reinforced concrete for the floor and roof construction, medium weight hollow concrete blocks for internal and external walls, and finished concrete and ceramic tile flooring.
*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.
Arq Vila has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Arq Vila Mariana
Arq Vila Mariana
Arq Vila Mariana is a 333-unit residential building located in the south neighborhood of Vila Mariana, in São Paulo. The energy and water efficiency measures incorporated into the building will represent a 29 percent saving on utility costs for homeowners, while a 38 percent reduction in carbon emissions will be realized each year going forward.
Arq Vila Mariana was developed by Paladin Realty Partners and You Inc. A leader in sustainable development and an EDGE Champion, Paladin Realty has invested in projects across Latin America, bringing more affordable housing to the market in a socially and environmentally-responsible way. Paladin Realty has financed EDGE-certified projects in Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.
Arq Vila Mariana has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
External shading devices, energy-saving lighting in internal and external areas, high-efficiency boiler for hot water generation, and solar hot water collectors.
Water
Low-flow faucets for washbasins and kitchen sink and dual-flush water closets.
Materials
In-situ reinforced concrete slab for the floor and roof construction, medium weight hollow concrete blocks for internal and external walls, and plasterboards on metal studs with insulation for internal walls.
*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.
Developed by Paladin Realty Partners, Onze 22 has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Onze 22 – Torre A
Onze 22 – Torre A
Onze 22 is a 110-unit energy-efficient residential complex located in the west neighborhood of Vila Madalena, in São Paulo.
Tower A of the project features energy-saving shading devices, natural ventilation, and water-saving efficient flush water closets and low-flow plumbing fixtures.
Onze 22 was developed by Paladin Realty Partners and Idea!Zarvos with EDGE Expert services provided by Daniela Corcuera. A leader in sustainable development and an EDGE Champion, Paladin Realty has invested in projects across Latin America, bringing more affordable housing to the market in a socially and environmentally-responsible way.
Onze 22 has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, external shading devices, natural ventilation with operable windows and no air conditioning, and energy-saving light bulbs in internal and external spaces.
Water
Low-flow faucets, water-efficient water closets, and rainwater harvesting system.
Materials
In-situ reinforced concrete slab for the floor and roof construction and medium weight hollow concrete blocks for external and internal walls.
*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.
Lindal do Brasil has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Lindal do Brasil – Jundiai
Lindal do Brasil – Jundiai
Lindal do Brasil – Jundiai is a new facility of about 8600 sqm, in São Paulo, Brazil. Developed by Lindal do Brasil, building construction management was led by Five Engenharia.
Lindal do Brasil has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, reflective paint/tiles for the roof and external walls, insulation of the roof and external walls, a variable refrigerant volume (VRV) cooling system, energy-saving lighting in sales, corridors, and common areas, occupancy sensors in bathrooms, solar hot water collectors, and skylights to provide daylight to 50 percent of top floor area.
Water
Efficient-flush water closets, water-efficient urinals and faucets for kitchen sinks, aerators for faucets/auto shut-off faucets, and a rainwater harvesting system.
Materials
Precast concrete double tee units for floors, steel sheets on steel rafters for the roof construction, medium weight hollow concrete blocks for internal and external walls, plasterboards on metal studs with insulation for internal walls, aluminum-clad sandwich panel for external walls, and ceramic tile flooring.
*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.
Acqua Marine
Acqua Marine
Acqua Marine is a residential project in Reserva do Paiva, the first planned destination in the Metropolitan Region of Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil. Residents enjoy Reserva do Paiva’s impressive location, sitting on 530 hectares and offering views of the surrounding forest, rivers, and seas.
Acqua Marine’s 48 four-bedroom units were designed to reduce their environmental impact and lower utility costs for residents. Reflective paint, energy-saving lighting, external shading devices, low-flow plumbing fixtures, and a rainwater harvesting system contribute to the units’ energy and water savings.
Iron House, the developer of the project, is committed to the sustainable development of the cities in which it operates.
Acqua Marine has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, reflective paint/tiles for the roof and external walls, external shading devices, roof insulation, energy-saving lighting in internal and external spaces, and lighting controls for corridors and staircases.
Water
Low-flow faucets and showerheads, dual flush water closets, and a rainwater harvesting system.
Materials
In-situ waffle concrete for the floor and roof construction and medium weight hollow concrete blocks for internal and external walls.
*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.
You Perdizes
You Perdizes
You Perdizes is a 24-story residential building, located in the west neighborhood of Perdizes, in São Paulo. The building includes 62 studio and 80 two-bedroom apartments. The project has many amenities for residents to enjoy, including a co-working area, swimming pool, fitness center, bike storage, party room, gourmet area, and barbecue area.
The building was designed to conserve natural resources through the use of a reduced window-to-wall ratio, external shading devices, high-efficiency boiler for hot water generation, energy-saving lighting, solar hot water collectors, low-flow plumbing fixtures, and more.
You Perdizes was developed by Paladin Realty Partners and You Inc., with EDGE Expert Daniela Corcuera. A leader in sustainable development, Paladin Realty has invested in projects across Latin America, bringing more affordable housing to the market in a socially and environmentally-responsible way. The group has financed EDGE-certified projects throughout the region, including Bosque da Serra (Brazil), Villas del Fresno (Mexico), Verah (Peru), and You Collection Alves Guimarães (Brazil), among others.
You Perdizes has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from GBCI.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, external shading devices, roof insulation, high-efficiency boiler, energy-saving light bulbs in internal and external spaces, and solar hot water collectors.
Water
Low-flow faucets and showerheads and dual flush for water closets.
Materials
In-situ waffle concrete slabs for floor and roof construction, medium weight hollow concrete blocks for internal and external walls, and plasterboards on metal studs for internal walls.
*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.
Monvert Residencial
Monvert Residencial
Monvert Residencial is a new two-tower luxury apartment complex in Salvador. The towers, named Auvérnia and Borgonha, will feature 140 units, ranging from four-bedroom units to duplexes. Sea views and a lush garden in the front of the complex will encourage residents to connect with nature. Residents will also enjoy the complex’s numerous amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, restaurants, tennis courts, and more.
The apartment complex will utilize resource-efficient design features and technologies to reduce its environmental impact and lower utility costs for residents. Energy-efficient lighting, solar panels, water-efficient plumbing fixtures, and a rainwater harvesting system will contribute to the complex’s energy and water savings.
The developer of the project, Monvert Apartments, designed the towers to demonstrate that luxury buildings can still be designed and constructed in an environmentally friendly way.
Monvert Residencial has received a preliminary EDGE certificate from Sintali-SGS.
Predicted Savings of EDGE Certification
Energy Savings*
Water Savings
Less Embodied Energy in Materials
Technical Solutions
Energy
Reduced window-to-wall ratio, insulation of the roof and walls, reflective paint for the roof, low-E coated glass, a high efficiency air conditioning system, solar photovoltaics, and energy-saving lighting.
Water
Dual-flush water closets, low-flow showerheads and water-efficient urinals, grey water for flushing, and a rainwater harvesting system.
Materials
In-situ waffle concrete for the floor and roof, in-situ reinforced concrete for the roof, plasterboards on metal studs for internal walls, and aluminum profile cladding and brick and hollow concrete blocks for external walls.
*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.
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