School of Architecture, Building and Design

Architecture & Environment [ARC 60504] 2024

Showcasing Green Buildings in Malaysia

Project title: Icon Residenz Tower 1

Project Information
Project Name: Icon Residenz Tower 1
Location: Jalan SS 8/2, Ss 8 Sungai Way Free Trade Zone, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Year Built/finalized construction: 2012
Architect: ADEA
Engineer: WEA Engineers & Associates Sdn. Bhd.
Environmental Consultant: STREAM Group Sdn Bhd
Green Building Certification: Malaysia’s Green Building Index (MBI), Singapore’s Green Mark and USAGBC Leadership
in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED)

Description
Icon Residenz Tower 1 is a premier green building development in Petaling Jaya by Mah Sing Group Berhad, which epitomizes
sustainable living through innovative design and eco-friendly features. With over 100 awards and certifications, including
Malaysia's Green Building Index and LEED, Icon Residenz Tower 1 seamlessly blends modern architecture with environmental
consciousness. Its dual sections offer a mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. Promoting a healthy living
environment in harmony with nature. Emphasizing accessibility and community impact, the development also enhances
connectivity and economic growth in the area. Icon Residenz Tower 1 serves as a beacon of sustainable development,
showcasing the potential for advanced living environments that prioritize both quality of life and environmental stewardship.

Picture Credits

Energy Indoor Materials and Sustainable Site Water

Innovation in Design &
Efficiency Environment Quality Resources Planning & Management Efficiency
Environmental Design
Sustainable Maintenance The design of Icon
Icon Residenz 1 prioritizes sustainability by incorporating Accessibility: Rainwater Harvesting: Initiatives:
locally sourced materials into its construction. By sourcing
Residenz Tower 1
Sustainable maintenance of the building improves energy materials from nearby suppliers and manufacturers, the Energy efficiency appliances
efficiency by regularly monitoring and optimizing the
prioritizes optimal company (Mah Sing Group Berhad), reduces transportation
following systems. lighting, acoustic, visual, emissions and supports the local economy. Additionally, (VRF System):
and air quality. using locally sourced materials aligns with the building’s
HVAC Maintenance commitment to community engagement and environmental
Proper maintenance of HVAC systems stewardship.
ensures efficient operation, energy savings,
and maximum efficiency, including Not only does this approach minimize the carbon footprint
inspection for leaks and cleaning filters. associated with construction, but it also ensures that the
Floor plans of Residential units show materials are well-suited to the regional climate and building
windows in every room to maximize natural
cooling, ventilation & daylighting.
requirements, contributing to the durability and resilience of
Easily Accessible Outdoor AC Units VRF System. Source: [9]
the structure.
Efficient Lighting Entrance from Federal

Floor Plans of some

Traditional lighting fixtures have been
LED Lights on the building replaced with LED lights, and regular
inspections and maintenance are being
Water Conservation conducted to ensure optimal efficiency
and reduce electricity usage.
Sustainable maintenance practices like leak
repairs, low-flow fixtures, and irrigation
system optimization reduce water use and
energy consumption, further promoting Automated Waste
sustainable maintenance. Collection System
Has an automated waste system
collection system which reduces vehicle
emissions, operates energy-efficiently,
optimizes waste disposal, and requires
less storage, vastly improving energy
efficiency.
Building Automation
Waste Disposal Systems
Chute - Closed
Building automation systems (BAS)
centralize management and monitoring
of building systems, optimizes energy
consumption by adjusting settings based
on occupancy, time of day, and ambient
Waste Disposal
Chute - Opened
factors.
Minimizing IAQ Performance
The building utilizes cross-ventilation,
reducing the need for mechanical
cooling in public areas and circulation
areas, as seen by the openings in lift
lobbies and along the corridors.
Indoor Pollutants are controlled with the use of low-VOC
(volatile organic compound) materials for construction and
furnishings.
Optimizing Daylighting
All units have aluminium frame
Highway Energy efficiency: VRF systems efficiently match heating
and cooling needs for each zone, reducing energy use by
Residential Units
Icon Residenz boasts exceptional accessibility at the
delivering precisely the required amount of conditioned
junction of LDP and Federal Highway, with easy reach
via highways like NKVE, ELITE, NPE, and KESAS. It's also
air, leading to significant energy savings over constant-
speed systems.
well-served by public transport, including RAPID KL
buses, taxis, and nearby Seri Setia and Setia Jaya KTM Design Flexibility: VRF systems offer greater design
stations, as well as Kelana Jaya LRT station in SS7. flexibility due to their modular and scalable nature. They
can accommodate buildings of various sizes and
configurations, as well as changes in occupancy or building
layout over time.
Various Openings in hallways
Roof Garden (Green Spaces):
Floor 3A - Photographed from the Rooftop
Green Building Materials (Low VOC
Incorporate rainwater harvesting systems to
Recycled, non-toxic and locally sourced materials are capture and store rainwater for non-potable uses Paints):
prioritized in construction to reduce carbon footprint and such as landscape irrigation, toilet flushing, and
cleaning. Rainwater can be collected from
support environmental health, innovations include the use of
rooftops and directed to storage tanks equipped
materials such as recycled steel and porcelain flooring, along with filtration systems to ensure water quality.
with modular construction techniques that reduce waste also
construction time.
Water Recycling:
Roof Garden Vertical garden

windows facing either east or west An Example of a Low

Air Quality Improvement: Plants on roof gardens
to ensure that all rooms satisfy the VOC Paint. Source: Photograph taken of the exterior of the
absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, helping to [10] building
required daylight factor. This
In order to cut down on commuting, Home Office & reduces the need for lights during
improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas
emissions in urban environments. Improved Indoor Air Quality: Low VOC paints emit fewer
Icon Residenz Tower 1 has dual-use
areas for home offices.
Connectivity the day and, consequently, energy harmful chemicals, improving indoor air quality and
consumption. Extended Roof Lifespan: The protective layer of benefiting those with sensitivities or allergies by reducing the
vegetation and soil can shield the roof membrane from risk of health problems like headaches and respiratory issues.
Tower 1 - photographed from
UV radiation and extreme temperature fluctuations,
The building’s multipurpose Floor 3A
thereby extending the lifespan of the roof. Reduced Environmental Impact: VOCs contribute to air
developments meet a range of Use of Shutter Glass Windows along
pollution and the formation of ground-level ozone, which can
purposes, and its 120MB/s the hallway Enhanced Aesthetics: Roof gardens add visual interest Installing water-efficient fixtures such as low- have harmful effects on the environment and human health.
high-speed internet to urban landscapes, soften the harsh lines of flow toilets, faucets, and showerheads to By choosing low VOC paints, homeowners can help reduce
guarantees uninterrupted Controls natural The structure itself uses a reinforced concrete frame, with buildings, and provide green spaces for residents and minimize water consumption and wastewater their carbon footprint and minimize their impact on air
connectivity, which makes it light visitors to enjoy. generation. quality and ecosystems.
aluminum frame windows.
the perfect option for working Enhances thermal
Since the majority of the building is constructed to have
remotely. comfort
Improves Air flow windows, it reduces the need for artificial lighting as all units Urban integration:
Floor Plans of the building
show variety in units [6]
Eliminates need have floor to ceiling windows that let natural light in. Waste Management:
for artificial The windows also allow for ample ventilation to the entire
lighting during the building, as they are situated in the corridors, stairwells and
Minimum EE Performance Implementing recycling
Icon Residenz Tower 1
day Glass Shutter Windows
all units.
photographed from Floor 3A along the hallway programs, composting
facilities, and reducing
Has high levels of insulation in the walls, roof, and
construction waste
windows. Sound Insulation through sustainable
This reduces heat transfer through the building envelope, minimizing the need for building practices.
active cooling. Concrete Walls: Concrete Generate greywater, which can be captured,
walls, due to their denseness treated, and reused for purposes such as
and weight, effectively
Use of low-emissivity coatings, absorb energy from sound Community Engagement: irrigation, flushing toilets, or other non-potable
uses. The design make integration with the surrounding urban
waves, reducing their design Also contains Roof Garden , promoting walkability ,
shading devices, and high-
transmission. bike lines, and connectivity to nearby neighborhoods, parks,
performance glazing. Double-glazed windows
and commercial areas to reduce car dependence and helps
This reduces solar heat gain through a sense of community.
windows and walls.
Air Gaps: For effective sound
insulation, air gaps and cracks
Double-Glazed Aluminium Proper Installation & Maintenance of
Diagram of a low-emissivity window. frame windows: Greatly
Source: [7] in walls, windows, doors, and reduce sound transferance Water Storage Tanks Green Building Index Accredition:
flooring are properly sealed. from the outside further
Trees in the landscaping surrounding the The use of homogeneous tiles in certain bathrooms and yards
building and within the building. Ensuring tight seals further improcing indoor
reduces sound leakage. environment quality. is an environmentally friendly approach, as the tiles are dirt
Plays a massive role in and slip resistant, with the added bonus of being durable and
passive cooling due to crack resistant, making it a very resource efficient material. Convenience: Having on-site shops in residential
evapotranspiration and
provide shading for the
Good Quality Construction buildings saves residents time and effort by providing
easy access to groceries, pharmacy items, and services
Water Storage Tanks at the
top of the Building
building. like laundry or dry cleaning, enhancing their quality of
Lobby for Tower 1 Utilizing eco-friendly Use of long-
materials and lasting building Multi-purpose life.
Icon Residenz Tower 1
Landscaping lowering energy
materials building
within the usage and waste
building Environmental Impact: Residents reduce carbon
Energy Usage in footprint by accessing on-site shops, opting for
Buildings walking or alternative transport over driving to distant Icon City is one of the first integrated neighbourhood
retail outlets, promoting eco-friendly practices and developments in Southeast Asia to achieve USA’s Leadership
Formaldehyde sustainability goals. Proper Installation, as well as maintenance of water storage in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), Malaysia’s Green

Minimization Social Interaction: Shops within residential buildings

Use of effective ventilation and air
ICON RESIDENZ
By showing the subcategories of a
TOWER 1
building where energy is consumed
most , this data further highlights the
significance of the modifications
Floor Plan of 3A: Floor connecting Icon Residenz 1 to made to optimize energy efficiency
other buildings within the development. in Icon Residenz Tower 1.
filtration systems
Use of materials and products
with low formaldehyde levels
The majority of Level 3A uses recycled timber planks as
Air Vents - Photographed
flooring, tying together the naturally green surroundings to
from inside the building
the man-made structure that is Icon Residenz Tower 1.
create opportunities for social interaction among
residents. Running into neighbors while picking up
groceries or grabbing a coffee fosters a sense of
community and neighborliness. Over time, these
interactions can lead to the formation of friendships
and support networks among residents.
tanks contribute to water efficiency in residential buildings by
enabling water conservation, demand management,
Building Index (GBI) and Singapore’s Green Mark for their
environmentally inclusive design.
emergency preparedness, pressure regulation, optimized
pumping operations, and compliance with regulations.
Residential constructions such as Icon Residenz Tower 1 can
improve sustainability, resilience, and overall water efficiency
for the benefit of both residents and the environment by
incorporating thoughtfully planned storage systems into the
building’s infrastructure.
Energy and Environmental Design Singapore’s Green Mark
(LEED)

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