At Equinox, our commitment to a healthier life includes a healthier world to live in. Experience for yourself a whole series of energy-smart, environmentally friendly enhancements at our 17th Street club in Chelsea.
Increased Energy Performance
• Lighting control components and procedures
• Low energy, high output lighting
• HCFC-free (hydrochlorofluorocarbon) heat pumps
We’re conserving power by incorporating smart light panels and controls. You will find power-saving, long-life lighting. And, we installed special heat pumps that help keep the club at a comfortable temperature without relying on ozone-depleting chemicals.
Improved Water Efficiency
Flow reducing controls use less than 1/5 the water and provide a luxurious, drenching flow. You’ll get clean and leave the Earth more hydrated.
Conservation of Resources
• Renewable materials for key finishes
• Materials with post-consumer recycled content
• FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified wood
Materials like cork and bamboo used in the club are rapidly renewable, meaning they re-grow quickly and have less of an impact on the natural environment than other materials. Our wood comes from sustainably managed forests, and recycled materials like mosaic glass, ceramic tiles and gypsum board are enjoying a second life with us.
Improved Indoor Environmental Quality
• Formaldehyde-free wood products
• Carbon monoxide detectors and high-performance air filters
• Paints and sealants with little or no hazardous fumes
• A ”living wall” to increase oxygen in the club
We have installed state-of-the-art carbon monoxide detectors and filters that keep even the finest particles out of the air. A “green” wall of living vegetation not only cleans the air and creates a natural sound barrier, it’s also beautiful to look at. Plus, we don’t use paints, sealants and chemicals that emit toxic fumes, ensuring an environment that is a breath of fresh air.