Newton Center for Active Living
The Newton Center for Active Living, located at 345 Walnut St in Newtonville, MA, is a mid-rise senior living facility focused on long-term energy efficiency, durability, and resident comfort. The building is outfitted with INTUS high-performance triple-glazed windows featuring 42mm annealed and tempered glass with ceramic enamel for enhanced performance.
Installed using durable mounting brackets, the windows deliver a U-value of 0.15, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) of 0.08, and visual transmittance of 0.35. Additional performance metrics include air infiltration of 0.1 cfm/ft², water resistance of 12.11 psf, and design pressure of ±60.15 psf. Acoustic ratings of STC 34 and OITC 26 support a quiet, comfortable indoor environment. The Newton Center for Active Living exemplifies how thoughtful fenestration contributes to high-performing, sustainable senior housing.
