WATER-FRONT awarded prestigious LEED GOLD Certification
WATER-FRONT, an S&T Real Estate mixed-used iconic development in Muscat, Oman, has been awarded the LEED Gold certification from the US Green Building Council.
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) rating system, developed by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), is the foremost program for recognising best-in-class building strategies and practices in green building. WATERFRONT achieved LEED Gold certification for the Core and Shell Development with a commendable rating of 74 points.
Waqas Al Adawi, Vice Chairman of S&T Group said, “We are honoured to receive the LEED Gold certification for the WATER-FRONT project and we really appreciate that the U.S. Green Building Council has recognised our efforts in environmental protection, energyefficiency and sustainability. This is a testament of our commitment to creating a sustainable environment and implementing green practices.”
Mahesh Ramanujam, President and CEO, USGBC, said “LEED certification identifies WATERFRONT as a showcase example of sustainability and demonstrates leadership in transforming the building industry.”
The LEED Core and Shell rating system is designed to meet the needs of commercial property development projects. This rating system addresses the sustainability of base building elements including the site selection, mechanical and electrical systems, plumbing, fire protection, and building envelope.
The core LEED certification features of WATER-FRONT include construction activity pollution prevention plan, construction waste management, recycled material use, use of regional materials, certified wood-design and procurement.
Other sustainable features incorporated are water-efficient indoor flush and flow fixtures, elimination of CFC(s), energy efficient and eco-friendly equipment, improved façade/ envelope design, energy efficient light, daylight control and occupancy sensors, demand controlled ventilation system.
Offering over 25,000 square meters of leasing space for commercial, business, retail and F&B outlets, the WATER-FRONT is a mixeduse development located in the heart of the diplomatic district of Muscat. It brings together five storey of commercial, leisure and entertainment avenues to Oman, with a stunning landscape and ocean front. It is an opportunity for international brands that are keen to have presence in this iconic development, particularly for businesses looking to take advantage of the location and premium sustainable construction design.
Working in partnership with Muscat Municipality, WATER-FRONT offers state-of-the-art public spaces that meet the city’s standards for public realm design. It connects the building and external seating areas to treelined walkways, landscaped squares and popular public beaches. It is created as a sustainable community gathering space.