Green initiatives: Aspiring to achieve LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, The Park will implement an integrated environmental sustainability program throughout construction and operational stages, addressing energy and water conservation, green building and waste management through cutting–edge technology and innovative design. The Park also will salvage roughly 75 mature trees from the current area to enhance the lush environment. Asphalt existing on–site also will be salvaged, ground and recycled to create new paved surfaces within the development.
Natural landscaping: Landscape design will utilize native and desert–adaptive species of plants, which are able to thrive in hot and dry environments with minimal water. Large planters with inset seating will feature dramatic plant ife displays created by the juxtaposition of cloud–like plants (santolina, apache plum, mormon fir, etc.) alongside vibrant shoots (red yucca, torch lily, desert bear grass, etc.), lush grasses (Mexican feather grass, fountain grass,orange sedge, etc.) and spikes (blue agave, golf tooth aloe, horsetail, etc.)
Microclimates: Mature trees, vegetation, water features and artful shade structures will create microclimates,affording comfortable environments for guests to enjoy The Park year–round. Ground and surfaces will be constructed using marble – a naturally cooling material. Hand–laid in mosaic tile patterns, the marble features color palettes of the American Southwest.
About MGM Resorts InternationalMGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is one of the world’s leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage. The Company also owns 51% of MGM China Holdings Limited, which owns the MGM Macau resort and casino and is in the process of developing a gaming resort in Cotai, and 50% of City Center in Las Vegas, which features ARIA Resort & Casino. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company’s website at
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