Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), a non-government organisation that promotes sustainability within the built environment, has launched a new co-working space for members located within its Dubai office. Dubbed the Sustainability Lounge, EmiratesGBC said the space aims to “advance sustainable building practices” and will serve as a central meeting point for EmiratesGBC members to network.
The space itself was made with what EmiratesGBC called “responsibly sourced sustainable materials.”
It features ultra-low VOC decorative paint with anti-mould properties, ultra-low iron content glass to maximise natural illumination, flooring with Re-Use series porcelain tiles made of 100 per cent pre-consumer recycled materials, furniture crafted from recycled plastic sources from post-industrial waste, and products made using eco-friendly Palm Strand Boards (PSB).
The Green Walls of the Lounge have also been designed with a fabric pocket structure that allows plants to absorb air and return excess water to the circulation tank.
The wood materials are formaldehyde-free board from upcycled palm waste, while its curtains are made of industrial hemp.
“Emirates Green Building Council’s commitment to driving change to ensure a greener, more resilient built environment for the future of the planet and its people finds a new avenue through the Sustainability Lounge,” commented Khaled Bushnaq, Chairman of EmiratesGBC.
“Thoughtfully designed for optimum performance, the fully sustainable site aims to be a landmark networking space to further Emirates Green Building Council’s green agenda. We invite all innovative creatives to collaborate to push the boundaries on sustainability for the greater good of our community.”