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Buro Happold
ENERGY USE AND
CARBON REDUCTION
XERITOWN
Xeritown, Dubai, UAE
The masterplan for the new residential development of
Xeritown uses best practice sustainable design to create
a distinct new Green District in Dubai. The development
features a public promenade, retail, education, leisure
facilities, a library and a mosque; along with mixed residential
properties, including Arabian courtyard villas and apartments
of varying heights which create an iconic new skyline.
Our sustainable design uses facades to minimise solar gain
and enable natural ventilation, while the orientation of the
building groups makes the most effective use of wind for
ventilation. We have created an energy and water strategy
with measures targeted at achieving a 20-30% reduction
in consumption throughout the district. Up to 10% of
the energy for the residential buildings will be generated
through solar energy.
The striking urban promenade which links the urban areas,
uses flowing water channels, cycle and jogging tracks, an
urban sunshade and other elements to complement the
stunning landscape, enticing residents out of their cars and
into healthier lifestyles.
Client INJAZ, a member of Dubai Properties Group
Architect X-Architects (Dubai) and SMAQ (Berlin) Image X-Architects
WORLI TOWERS
Worli Towers, Mumbai, India
This high end development in the Mumbai commercial
district takes the combination of luxury and sustainability to
new heights. The project aims to be one of the few buildings
in the city to achieve a LEED Platinum rating. This has
necessitated reductions of 40% in drinking water and 35% in
annual energy demand across the three 65-storey towers.
Our experts used cutting edge modelling techniques to
find the optimum services solution. A centralised cooling
and ventilation system satisfies the vision and comfort
levels demanded by such a high end development, whilst
intermediate plant floors have been designed to discreetly
supply the building in the most effective way possible.
Treated wastewater from the building is innovatively
recycled to supply the evaporative cooling system, providing
massive water savings. We have also proposed a central
energy strategy which will take advantage of diversity
between the buildings to provide a more resilient and
efficient energy supply.
The approach of our building environment team is unique in
Mumbai, balancing cost, comfort and striking aesthetics, on
a project with sustainability at its core.
Client Omkar Architect Foster + Partners Image Foster + Partners
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