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# Eco-Centric City Centers
This Town Centre in Yountville is a LEED Platinum Contender

By Jordan M | Published 2011-01-22 | Eco
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/town-centre-in-yountville
References: [siegelstrain](http://www.siegelstrain.com/sustain-yountville.html)

A town center in Yountville, California recently joined the prestigious but select ranks of buildings gunning for [LEED Platinum status](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leed-v4-goldrated-schoenecker-center) this year.

With a plethora of [eco-conscious attributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-ecological-design) and features, the complex saves over 40 percent more energy than California state law requires. The 2.5-acre building uses low-life-cycle impact materials, has ground pumps for heating and cooling, and makes use of [solar-energy harvesting roofs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-yards). The town center in Yountville is a world-class example of the harmonious balance of good design and environmentalism.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.9/10
- Popularity: 17% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture)

## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Eco-friendly Town Centers:** More and more town centers are incorporating eco-conscious features and designs to save energy and reduce their environmental impact.
- **LEED Platinum Certification:** The pursuit of LEED Platinum certification is becoming a prestigious goal for buildings that prioritize sustainability and energy efficiency.
- **Renewable Energy Harvesting:** Buildings are increasingly utilizing solar and other renewable energy sources to reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs.

### Where This Applies

- **Real Estate:** Real estate developers and property owners have an opportunity to differentiate themselves and attract eco-conscious tenants or buyers by incorporating sustainable and energy-efficient features in their projects.
- **Energy:** The growing demand for renewable energy sources and energy-efficient technologies presents a significant opportunity for companies in the energy industry to innovate and provide solutions to meet these demands.
- **Architecture/construction:** Architects and construction companies have a significant role in designing and building sustainable and energy-efficient buildings that can lead to LEED certification and other eco-conscious awards.

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