Metal Wall Panels Clad Contemporary Apartments on Former Naval Air Station
The Mastlight at Union Point, a LEED Silver Certified apartment building, contributed to the transformative redevelopment of the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station, in South Weymouth, Mass. The area is now known as the vibrant mixed-use district of Union Point. The Mastlight development includes 265 apartments and 14,000 square feet of retail, consisting of two buildings, with a third building composed of 13 townhomes. Retail and restaurant space is at grade level, complementing this walkable community. The Mastlight is surrounded by acres of beautiful green space, woods, dog parks, and foot trails. Boston is just a short drive or train ride away. Apartment amenities include a shared entertainment kitchen, courtyard fireplace, luxurious saltwater pool, fitness center, and a sprawling roof deck with views of the South Shore’s natural surroundings.
As a LEED Silver Certified property, it scored the most points on several categories, including innovation in design and sustainable sites. In the sustainable sites category, development density, community connectivity, alternative transportation, and public transportation access contributed several points. In the water efficiency category, points were gained with water efficient landscaping and water use reduction. In the materials and resources category, points were gained with construction waste management and regional materials.