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Welcome to PandoraThe Sustainable Hotel of the Future

Release all evils, open your mind to rest and relaxation

-HTM

Who We AreProject Presenters

Peter Reilly (Junior)Rachel Eisele (Junior)Laura McLoughlin (Junior)Morgan Opramolla (Senior)

Lounge by our pure beaches…

Watch the sunset…Explore the lush forest…Allow Us To Welcome You…

Welcome to PandoraThe Sustainable Hotel of the Future

Location

Location: Lesser Antilles in West Indies

Sourfrière Hills Volcano: ACTIVE

Why Montserrat?

The “Emerald Isle of the West”

Why Montserrat?

Why Montserrat?

Lush tropical landscape, primed for tourism development

Natural features = healthy living

Why Montserrat?

• Geothermal energy a reality in 2013• A history of wind turbines

Why Montserrat?

Why Montserrat?Sustainability Concepts

Environmental ConservationProtection of the quality and supply of our natural resources so as not to exceed carrying capacity

EconomicProvide long-term development that yields significant monetary gains and extends the destination life cycle

InstitutionalIntegrating the actual design and built environment in the local decision-making processes

SocialPromoting sustainable community development to encourage “central place theorem” and reduce host apathy

Little Bay: new town to become capital

Commercial operation only in Northern ZoneFull of vegetation and life despite volcanic activity

Why Montserrat?

OUTDOOR VIEW

LOBBY

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The use of the islands natural and beautiful resources

LOBBY

Treehouse Shape

SERENESANCTUARY

SERENESANCTUARY

The use of natural light rather than electricity

SERENESANCTUARY

The use of recycled fabrics and bamboo furniture

OASISRESTAURANT

OASISRESTAURANT

Primarily organic, locally grown menu

OASISRESTAURANT

The use of recycled plastic for furniture

OASISRESTAURANT

The use of natural light and solar powered fluorescents

OASISRESTAURANTHigh ceilings add to

positive airflow

Sustainability Practices

Our Path to LEED/BREEAM Certification

• Sustainable Building materials• Sustainable House keeping methods• Sustainable Food service methods• Energy efficiency

Sustainable House keeping MethodsFor example:

Ozone cleaning methods -natural bleaching method - softens and increases linen life - kills bacteria 3,000 times faster than chlorineMinimizing water and chemical useSafe disposal of cleaning chemicalsAvoidance of excessive moisture, mildew, bacteria and mold

SUITEDESIGN

SUITEDESIGN

Plyboo bamboo flooring

• Most recognized and respected name in bamboo flooring

• Durable, beautiful and easy to install

DuraPalm Plywood

• 100% coconut palm plywood in two attractive grain patterns

• Functional and strong, with distinctive appearance

SUITEDESIGN

SUITEDESIGN

The Areca Palm Tree is a great living room/bedroom plant. An excellent air humidifier, removes Carbon Dioxide and toxins from the air. 

SUITEDESIGN

ECOmfort™ Mattresses

Upholding a 360° "Green" manufacturing commitment, ECOmfort mattresses have developed an innovative and sustainable plant-based formula; by leading the industry in the use of products created using zero-air emissions manufacturing processes.

SUITEDESIGN

ENERGYSTAR Qualified Compact Fluorescent Light bulb (CFL)

Motion sensor lights

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Fresh local foods

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nCeiling fans reducing heating and cooling costs by 40% (EnergyStar.gov).

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PaperStone countertops

• Recycled paper infused with water-based resin

• Food safe, emitting zero VOCs

• Heat-resistant up to 350 degrees

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The use of EnergyStar kitchen supplies and equipment

• Increase GDP– Current GDP = 48.85 Million– Expected GDP increase = 11.8% increase

• Promotes conservation and sustainable use of natural, social, and cultural resources– Reduces over-consumption and waste– Favors small-scale, low impact facilities with full services

• Maintains and promotes natural, social and cultural diversity– Enhances and maintain the heritage of the destination

Expected Benefits of Pandora Resort & Spa

Thank you for your timeSpecial thanks to Ishwar Persad, Marketing

Manager, Montserrat Tourist Board, for his help and support.