How can a building lavish equal care on its residents and its surroundings alike?
A model for sustainable design, The Octagon was conceived as an eco-friendly "green building." We used locally-produced materials to minimize energy expended in transport, then recycled most of the construction waste. The building is free of materials containing formaldehyde or other volatile compounds. And its indoor air will be tested regularly to ensure strict quality standards.
The Octagon consumes far less energy than a comparable, traditional building. High-efficiency boilers, rooftop solar panels and Energy Star appliances — living here means cutting your monthly energy bills in half. With rental rates already 20% below similar residences in Midtown, Chelsea, and the Upper West Side, more green stays in your pocket. Easy on the environment, easy on your budget.
Outside, you’ll find a 2-acre ecological park landscaped with indigenous plants. Underground parking reflects Roosevelt Island’s pedestrian-friendly lifestyle, keeping cars below to maximize green space above. Imagine walking out your door through meadows dappled with sunlight, then emerging to stroll the Esplanade with its lovely river views. The Octagon embraces the principle that looking out on natural beauty can give your outlook a beautiful boost. It's a healthy place, where you can breathe deeply. A place where people who care about the environment will be proud to live.
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Energy Efficiency
Indoor Air Quality
Green Construction Materials
Solar Panels
Tidal Energy
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The Octagon Ecological Park
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| Rooftop photovoltaic panels |
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Water heat recovery units
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| The Octagon received a Green Apple award from the EPA and the DEP for leadership in applying sustainable design principles to residential development |
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The Octagon was designed to achieve a Silver LEED rating
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