The first development by a company called Earth Rising Homes: Kimberton Village Green, is a 31 unit condo building located in a quiet village outside of Philadelphia. It is expected to be LEED certified at the Platinum level upon it's completion next year. Reflecting the demand for green housing, even in this economy, more than half the units are already spoken for, by word of mouth.
In addition to its unique approach to energy, the development will employ environmentally-friendly approaches to handling storm water run-off, landscaping and lighting. Parking is located underground, maximizing green space, and the building is built around a green courtyard featuring native landscaping. The project will also make wide use of non-toxic building materials, reducing the fumes that typically off-gas from conventional building materials. I'm sure you know that off-gassing can be a hidden health hazard in new homes, particularly for people suffering from asthma, allergies, or chemical or environmental sensitivities.
The development will also incorporate a host of features that will
allow people to further reduce their impact on the planet – and their
energy bills. Smart home technology will let residents see how they're
using energy in their homes, and ports for plug-in hybrid cars will be
available in the garage. The development itself is located a block
from shopping, restaurants, a yoga studio, the post office and a park,
so residents won't even have to get in their cars much of the time.
I'd be happy to tell you more if you're interested.
More more detailed information for this building project go to www.earthrisinginc.com
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