Other than the time spent in our homes, the quality of our work place environment has the greatest impact on our lives. Even small changes to the quality of the work environment can translate into higher employee satisfaction, better productivity and higher retention levels. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that air pollution in buildings often is two to five times greater than outside air. EPA studies have demonstrated increases in productivity ranging from 6- to 16-percent in buildings with improved air quality and lighting.
Watkins Mill Town Center will set the standard for high-quality, sustainable building design. Features will include:
- "Green" building principals applied throughout the project
- Structured decks utilized to lessen the project's environmental impact and improve the air quality inside buildings
- Office Buildings and Residential Towers designed to
- Meet LEED™ Certified/EPA Energy Star Rated standards
- Achieve significant reduction in energy and water consumption
- Filtration systems to improve the quality of water running off the site
- Utilization of non-toxic building materials and paints to improve indoor air quality, and
- Building materials primarily sourced locally
- Parking primarily in decks rather than on surface for convenience and shelter from the elements
- Transit-orientation and pedestrian-friendly access to services permits fewer single-occupant vehicle trips, resulting in an improved environment and quality of life for all
