Rigby & Rigby Secures Historic ‘First in the World’ AirRated Platinum Award for Residential Building

Rigby & Rigby, celebrated for their innovation and dedication to luxury property design and development, has achieved a ground breaking milestone with Project 089. This property has been awarded the first-ever AirRated Platinum certification for a residential building in the world, marking a new era in the pursuit of healthier, sustainable living environments.

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Unprecedented Air Quality Achievement

Indoor air quality at Project 089 achieved an AirScore Platinum rating of 9.4 out of 10, confirming its status as the first residential building to obtain Platinum certification. The exceptional score reflects the project’s performance across five key categories:

Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5)

This analysis monitors fine airborne particles that can impact respiratory health. Project 089 excelled in managing fine dust, maintaining consistently low levels throughout the assessment.

Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

Indoor CO₂ concentrations were evaluated, with the property achieving outstanding results. The building's advanced systems ensured consistently low levels below 700ppm, critical for Platinum certification and occupant comfort.

Total Volatile Organic Compounds (TVOCs)

The TVOC analysis confirmed minimal levels of organic gases, highlighting the building's exceptional ability to prevent harmful compound build up, a key factor in ensuring well-being.

Temperature

Through rigorous testing, Project 089 demonstrated exceptional stability in temperature, reflecting the quality of its construction, airtightness, and advanced building systems designed to prevent issues like Sick Building Syndrome and ensure optimal comfort.

Relative Humidity

Precision in humidity control ensured optimal levels, providing a consistently comfortable and pleasant indoor environment for occupants.

These remarkable results highlight the property’s ability to maintain an exceptional indoor environment, excelling in parameters central to the AirRated certification process. Project 089 sets a new benchmark for creating healthy, comfortable, and safe living spaces.

The Significance of AirRated Platinum Certification

AirRated is a globally recognised standard for indoor air quality, offering a rigorous certification system that evaluates properties across key indicators. Established in 2018 and formally launched in 2020, the certification has become a hallmark of excellence in indoor air quality, endorsed by leading organisations like the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB).

With a portfolio spanning over 15 million square feet of real estate worldwide, AirRated certifications are becoming a hallmark of excellence in indoor quality.

AirRated: The Global Indoor Air Quality Certification

Achieving AirRated Platinum certification demonstrates the highest standard of commitment to health and well-being, cementing Rigby & Rigby’s position as a leader in creating homes that prioritise both sustainability and occupant health.

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Rigby& Rigby: Leaders in WELL Building Design

This unprecedented achievement underscores Rigby & Rigby’s dedication to designing WELL buildings that seamlessly blend advanced technology, sustainability, and aesthetic excellence. The holistic approach taken for Project 089 integrated cutting-edge systems, including advanced air filtration, optimised ventilation, and the use of low-emission materials. These efforts contributed to outstanding performance across all measured categories, ensuring an environment that supports health, comfort, and well-being.

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Setting a New Benchmark

The AirRated Platinum certification awarded to Project 089 signifies more than just an achievement for Rigby & Rigby — it sets a new industry benchmark for residential developments. While many developers focus only on visible design aspects, Rigby & Rigby has prioritised the critical but often unseen factors that directly impact occupant well-being, as well as the aesthetic qualities of the building.

This historic ‘first in the world’ certification is a blueprint for the future, encouraging the real estate industry to embrace higher standards for indoor air quality. It reflects growing consumer demand for wellness-focused properties, particularly in a post-pandemic world where health and sustainability are at the forefront of design priorities.

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Leadership Reflections

Mark Cowley, Studio Director Architecture, noted:

“By achieving this unprecedented certification, Rigby & Rigby has solidified its reputation as a trailblazer in luxury real estate development. Project 089 and its ‘First in the World’ AirRated Platinum status are a testament to what is possible when innovation, technology, and sustainability converge.”

Leroy Smith, Integration Manager Construction, added:

“This milestone marks a significant step forward in building a future where wellness and sustainability are at the heart of every living space. Rigby & Rigby’s success with Project 089 is an inspiration for the industry to reimagine residential spaces as environments that truly prioritise human health and comfort.”

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This achievement reflects Rigby & Rigby’s unwavering commitment to excellence, setting a new standard for luxury property development that prioritises the invisible elements of design that matter most to occupants.