I am modeling a multifamily building to LEED Gold.

Some of the design considerations I am taking into account to improve energy efficiency are:

• High efficiency lighting
• Increasing insulation in walls and roofs
• High efficiency windows
• Lowering window t wall ratio
• Occupancy sensors/daylighting in common areas
• High efficiency mechanical equipment (VRF)
• Solar shading

We are in the beginning stages of design.

Are these reasonable considerations? Is there anything else I should take into consideration?

I am modeling a multifamily building to LEED Gold.

Some of the design considerations I am taking into account to improve energy efficiency are:

• High efficiency lighting
• Increasing insulation in walls and roofs
• High efficiency windows
• Lowering window t wall ratio
• Occupancy sensors/daylighting in common areas
• High efficiency mechanical equipment (VRF)
• Solar shading

We are in the beginning stages of design.

Are these reasonable considerations? Is there anything else I should take into consideration?