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Montrose Green is an award-winning, innovative green rowhouse renovation in the Graduate Hospital neighborhood of Philadelphia, just south of Center City. The 3 story house is approximately 1800 SF with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a study. It features a 15'x10' private rear yard and green roof with skyline views. The house has a spacious, open floor plan with a gourmet kitchen, bar, and ample natural light from 3 sides. Custom millwork, reclaimed wood paneling, and an open riser steel stair are just a few of the innovative features that make this house stand out from the crowd. Eco-friendly materials and both energy and water saving features are integrated throughout the home. Utility bills are expected to be 30-50% less than a conventional home. Full unfinished basement for storage or future expansion. Landscape features include a stormwater planter with native plants & grasses along the front, as well as a stainless steel rain barrel, trellis system, and planter at the rear. The house is registered Platinum with the USGBC's LEED for Homes program. Certification is pending, summer 2010. Architectural design & construction management by SOLIBS, LLC. Custom furniture & woodwork by Bench Dog Design.
To learn more about this project, please visit the Montrose Green blog which documents the demolition, construction, and design process from start to finish.