Catch the Currency of GO!

Defy the wave of the current economic, political , and social climate by declaring “Who said, Money doesn’t grow on trees?” This is the motto of the groundbreaking 10 story luxury hotel which features a silkscreen of currency flow in it’s exterior glass panels called the "Glasbank".

This façade composite of ventilating masonry is combined with a glass composite of exterior and interior glazing, a low E coating and a silk screen made of retired currency from the Federal Reserves. More than 20 million notes per day of unfit currency is separated at the high-speed currency processor, where the notes are cut into confetti-like shreds and sent to a disposal area. The reflection of recycled money from the exterior glass into the interior space provides a sunshield, while providing a thematic statement.

Living Naturally SUITE

Each suite is a snapshot of the complete picture of the building’s energy conservation effectiveness. It is the grassroots of the movement and a microcosmic monitor of the areas in which the building as a whole hopes to achieve success.The water efficiency strategy seeks to conserve water using the following hardware and equipment: the Road Runner shower head, sink aerators, toilet diverter, closure toilet flapper, power sprayer, high efficient toilet fixtures, electronic timed shower and bath. Bath tub products and concepts can be adapted or modified over time to optimize life span, uses recycled polystyrene in products, 15% less energy with new turbine (reduced CO2 emissions), 30% fewer parts in new turbine (reduced use of high-energy materials), LED lighting in bathtubs for minimal energy consumption. Bathtubs can operate with a small quantity of water and backrests are heated using energy from the turbine. Kitchen and bathroom sinks includes faucet line technology that saves 35% water consumption.

Linens made of natural fibers grown without pesticides, herbicides, no dyes, non-toxic, or chemical fertilizers. Participant in linen re-use program.  Recycling materials for paper products used in guest directory, hotel marketing & travel resource guides. Key cards made of recycled plastic products. Modular mattresses are selected recycled merchandise.

Floor covering is a combination of reused carpet applied in tile formation for easy replacement. Recycled glass resin flooring, kitchen counters and bathroom countertop provides an eco-friendly colorful aesthetic.

Natural product guest bathroom favors, soap dispenser, and amenities.  The stove, vent, microwave, refrigerator, & dishwasher selected are at the top of the line of energy efficient appliances.

Technology integrated into the overall design. Projector screen is double sided to provide viewing in the living and bedroom. The silhouette conserves energy and conceals all electronic operational wiring and hardware. Integrated into the surround sound system, as well as, other entertainment devices. It utilizes Ecovision and Greenguard screen surfaces. Most electronics are equipped with timer or energy conservative technology.