Eco Factor: Sustainable development to harvest renewable energy and conserve water.
Architects all over the world are busy designing developments that are sustainable and have minimal impact on the delicate ecosystem. Designers over at Mithun Architects have unveiled the design of a stunning mixed-use development for downtown Austin, Texas, that represents a comprehensive approach to sustainability.
The development, dubbed the Project Green, is designed to feature six buildings and provide 1,406,750-square-feet of space for residential use, 588,000-square-feet for office use, 175,000-square-feet for retail use and up to 5200 parking spaces. The development will incorporate the use of solar panels and wind turbines for onsite renewable energy generation.
The Project Green will maximize water conservation by harvesting rainwater and reusing gray water. Green roofs will also help prevent storm water runoff, while helping in regulating the interior temperatures.
Via: Mithun Architects
