green by design: benefits
Environmentally advanced, The Verdesian is designed and engineered to provide residents with a healthier, more natural living experience while optimizing resident comfort and energy efficiency through the use of sophisticated technologies and natural materials. Below are some of The Verdesian’s most important green features and benefits.
Quiet, year-round central air-filtration removes 85% of particulates, providing each apartment with fresh, filtered air that’s heated and humidified during cold weather, and dehumidified during warm weather.
- Continuous Internal IAQ monitoring to ensure maximum environmental quality.
- 24/7 exhaust in every kitchen and bathroom.
- Merv 12 filters endorsed by the American Lung Association used in all resident HVAC units.
- High performance exterior wall system includes a vapor and air barrier to minimize random air-infiltration.
- Well-insulated residences help you stay cooler in summer, warmer in winter.
- The Verdesian’s design is 40% more energy efficient than code requires.
- Natural gas-fired microturbine and cooling system contribute to 48% lower peak electric demand.
- Digital, programmable thermostats in every residence allow year-round comfort and enable residents to save on utility bills.
- Each residence promotes energy savings through EnergyStar® appliances, high-efficiency lighting fixtures, master residence light switches and highly insulated windows and Low-E glass.
- Centrally filtered water system with secondary filtration at refrigerator dispensers.