Marriott Diplomatic Quarter is the first hotel in the Kingdom to achieve LEED Gold certification; one of the most prominent green building certifications in the world.
Green buildings are a growing trend among developers and architects worldwide and of increasing importance to eco- and health-conscious guests. As Saudi Arabia implements Vision 2030, the country is positioning itself to become a leader in the green building industry. Marriott DQ is the first hotel in the Kingdom to meet the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold Certification requirements.
LEED-certification is the most prominent green building certification. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design and is a non-profit, independent, third-party rating system established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). According to the council, “We believe green buildings are the foundation of something bigger: helping people, and the communities and cities they reside in—safely, healthily and sustainably thrive.”
To earn LEED certification, a building is awarded points for satisfying certain green requirements in six categories- Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality and Innovation in Design. The number of points the building has earned then categorizes it as one of the following: Certified, Silver, Gold or Platinum.
According to the USGBC, LEED-certified buildings
– Have lower operating costs and increase asset value
– Reduce waste sent to landfills
– Conserve energy and water
– Improve indoor air quality
– Reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions
– Demonstrate an owner’s commitment to environmental stewardship
The 5-star Marriott Diplomatic Quarter and Executive Apartments cover a total area of 25,000 m2, and encompass 80 hotel rooms, 140 executive apartments, and an array of high-quality service facilities including a fitness center, a spa, a banquet hall for 400 guests, and an international-cuisine restaurant.
True to its context and pride of its roots, the hotel grew out from the strata of the ancient heritage of Wadi Hanifa, that inspired its design lines and character with a contemporary twist that blends the beauty of local Saudi tradition with the latest and trendiest architectural lines and features.
As the first LEED-certified hotel in the Kingdom, the project reflect Dur’s, owner of Marriott DQ, commitment to environmental wellbeing. Meeting the LEED Gold Certification requirement, the hotel site creates a protected micro-climate. By amplifying useful daylight via a complex reflection process, the hotel can decrease its illumination needs during the day. Plentiful shaded areas and the building’s structure allow for natural ventilation, reducing the need for air conditioning and additional cooling.
For further details about LEED certification visit http://leed.usgbc.org
Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter
6781 Abdullah Alsahmi St, Al Safarat, Riyadh 12511
Contact No.: +966 11 835 3000
Social Media: @marriottriyadhdq
