EXTERIOR BUILDING FACADE
· High-performance engineered window system rarely available in residential construction with clear anodized aluminum framing and insulated clear double
glazing with Low-E coating
· Full-length terraces in most units
BUILDING SYSTEMS
· All building systems (including building envelope, heating and air conditioning and lighting) incorporate energy effcient technologies designed to comply
with LEED requirements
EXTERNAL LANDSCAPING
· Designed by SWA Group, recognized as one of the world's design leaders in landscape architecture, planning and urban design, has worked in 47 states and more than 40 countries and received more than 400 awards
· Two fabulous outdoor areas on the North and South side provide residents with a natural landscape and multiple areas to sit, read, relax or entertain
· The main arrival plaza incorporates an artistic European drive court with vehicle drop-off area accessible from Wolf and McKinnon Streets
· Street facades will feature native Texan trees including Southern Magnolia and Live Oak, along with Evergreen ground covers, flowering shrubs and a variety of perennials
· Long, shimmering stepped-waterfall feature, cascading
down toward McKinnon and Randall Streets
STRUCTURAL DESIGN
· Solid, durable reinforced concrete construction
· Long span post-tensioned floors minimize columns and maximize open spaces in suites
· High strength concrete columns minimize the impact on residential suites
· Thick floor slabs reduce low frequency floor-to-floor noise transmissions
· Wind forces carried by a central reinforced concrete core; building design based on specialized wind analysis
MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL DESIGN
· Centralized air-conditioning/heating system using water-source heat pumps in each residential unit
· Centralized gas-fired boiler system for heating and domestic hot water increases hot water capacity and lowers operating costs
· State-of-the-art fire alarm system
· Standby emergency generator provides emergency lighting and elevator service in the event of loss of local power
· Energy effcient lighting meets the National Energy Code
BUILDING ENVELOPE
· Fully tested and engineered window system designed for the project and offers:
· Strength and durability with maximized vision sealed panels to minimize view obstruction
· Operable windows and doors for natural ventilation
· Pre-glazed modules factory assembled under strict quality controls
· Fully engineered system with increased performance against wind-driven rainfall
· Glazed interior assembly provides continuous air and water barrier protection from exterior elements
· Fully compartmentalized individual modules
· Durable construction material minimizes maintenance requirements and increases long-term performance
· Envelope design and installation reviewed and inspected by independent envelope specialist
INTERIORS
· Designed by Gensler in collaboration with Lauren Rottet
· Gensler is a leader in global architecture, design, planning and strategic consulting that received the Year 2000 Architecture Firm Award, the AIA's highest honor to a firm that has consistently produced distinguished architecture. Operating for 40 years, Gensler has been cited as a model design firm for the 21st century for creating design solutions that give
clients a fresh, competitive edge
· Lauren Rottet (FAIA) has garnered an impressive array of accolades, including the coveted "Designer of the Year" title from Interiors magazine in 1994, the Interior Design Hall of Fame Award in 1997 and in 1998 became one of an elite few interior architects to be named to the American Institute of Architects' prestigious College of Fellows
· Three interior color schemes to select from: Amalfi (dark), Seychelles (medium) and Santorini (light)
· Full height solid core wood suite entry door with stainless steel door pull
· Ten foot ceilings in prime living areas
· Stone flooring at suite entrance and bathrooms
· Custom designed wool carpet in bedrooms with hardwood floors in main kitchen, living room and dining room living spaces
· Gas fireplace on most terraces and an electric fireplace in most living rooms
· High quality roller shades of woven sun control fabric housed in a specially designed recessed architectural pocket with the option to upgrade to a motorized shading system
· Optional built-in custom millwork unit - varies by suite type – please refer to the architectural drawings for further details
APPLIANCES
· Sub-Zero 36” or 30” stainless steel refrigerator with upgrade option of a wood overlay
· Miele 36” or 30” gas stainless steel cooktop and Miele designer wall hood with shelving
· Miele 27” stainless steel self-cleaning oven with multi-tier operating modes
· Miele 24” stainless steel Incognito dishwasher with upgrade option of a wood overlay
· Panasonic built-in stainless steel microwave
· Bosch front-loading washer and Bosch electric condensation dryer
· Optional Miele stainless steel coffee maker with builtin design and fully automatic one-button grinding, measuring and brewing upgrade
· Optional Sub-Zero 24” wine cooler upgrade
KITCHEN
· European wood cabinets by Studio Becker from Germany with stainless steel hardware
· Contemporary under-cabinet valence lighting
· Stone countertops with detailed edge
· Hardwood flooring (3 colour options)
· Optional tile flooring
· Kohler two compartment undermount stainless steel sink with built-in GE garbage disposal
· Hansgrohe Interaktiv faucet
