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Diane Mastrull
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Perched atop the hills of Manayunk, a posh housing development is taking shape, offering buyers a feature that, the developers acknowledge, it's likely that nobody will want any time soon. |
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| "They've built a beautiful development, and done so with decreased environmental agitation...green this good is worth emulating." -- Emily Lutz |
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| Examiner.com review, Part 1 |
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Emily Lutz
April 14, 2010 |
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Naturally, I was skeptical about the need for virtuous luxury - until I visited Sheldon Crossing which is slated for Platinum certification under the LEED for Homes Program. This column has expressed the need for a "top down" or "trickle down" disseminatory approach to sustainability. In order for green design's roots to take, someone must hype green design... |
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| Sheldon Crossing's vegetated roof will begin absorbing emissions and encourage outdoor communion immediately, but will also provide long term empirical insulative benefits. |
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| Examiner.com review, Part 2 |
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Emily Lutz
April 14, 2010 |
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The SC unit was a healthy size, approximately 3,500 square feet, but it appears that despite its size and sophistication, monthly management and utility costs will be much less than its comparables. Part of the fun of going green is investing in tricked out gadgetry... |
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| "All you need to do is call Alex at 610-256-1296 and make a donation of any kind to the Comcast Spectacor Foundation. " |
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| 2010 Green Design House at Sheldon Crossing |
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Philly Chit Chat
April 6, 2010 |
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In one of those rare moments I am featuring an event I did not attend, but I find was interesting.
Philadelphia Basketball team the 76ers attended the Opening of Sheldon Crossing which is targeted for Platinum certification under the LEED for Homes Program. All the players were there and including more than 250 guests. |
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| "The truth is, a green home doesn't have to look unconventional, or sacrifice luxury and tradition." said Denise Lehmann. |
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| Greener Pastures |
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Karen Appold
April 1, 2010 |
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Imagine spending a summer evening on your roof: your kids are barefoot as they toss a frisbee and your dog basks in the shade of a shrub as you grill dinner.
Or consider this scenario: on your drive home from a weekend at the shore, you use your Blackberry to lower the temperature at home so that it will be a perfectly cool 70 degrees when...
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| "This new development is a showcase for the future of eco-friendly living," said Richard Lowenthal, CEO of Coulomb Technologies. |
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| Sheldon Crossing Features Charging Station for Electric Vehicle |
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Coulomb Technologies
March 30, 2010 |
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Coulomb Technologies, in cooperation with Green Power Technologies, today announced that its ChargePoint Networked Charging Station for electric vehicles has been installed in Philadelphia's first energy efficienthousing project, designed to achieve Platinum under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) |
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| "Our homes will use less energy and water and promote a healthy living environment." |
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| Sheldon Crossing offers luxurious |
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January 31, 2010 |
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Consumers' demand for energy-saving green homes is soaring, and the area's first residential LEED Platinum community is posied to fulfill that desire.
Sheldon Crossing is a 20-unit, carriage home development that combines eco-sensitive features with luxurious amenities. |
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| "We must also spread the message that living in an earth-conscious manner doesn't mean forfeiting style..." |
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| Green Real Estate is a Growth Area |
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Alex Plessett
January issue 2010 |
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Recent headlines announce that in the face of housing market weakness, sustainable development is one of the few areas still seeing growth. According to a study by the U.S. Green Building Council and McGraw-Hill, 70 percent of buyers are more inclined to purchase a green home... |
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| "Improved air quality and reduced energy costs are made possible in large part through the design's superior insulation system ..." |
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| 1st Philadelphia-Area LEED Platinum Residential Community Opens In February |
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by Vivi Gorman
January 18, 2010 |
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For those looking to meld the comforts of fine living with environmental responsibility, make room in your schedule for the debut of Sheldon Crossing’s model LEED Platinum home in February. |
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| "Eco-friendly design and high style combine at Manayunk's newest development." |
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| Green and Glam |
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by Lauren Herman
January issue 2010 |
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Boasting modern finishes with eco-friendly amenities - the highlight of Sheldon Crossing is a private-access vegetative green roof. |
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| "Make sure something's not being advertised as a green home just because it has a couple of components," |
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| Architecture Coach: It's Not Easy Being Green |
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Kristine Hansen
February issue |
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The word "green" has become a popular term in the real estate industry the last decade. But what does it really mean to have a "green" home?
An increasing number of buyers are in search of a residential space that embodies a sustainable lifestyle. .. |
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| "Realtors need to educate themselves about living green and the benefits of green construction." |
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| Agent Develops 'Green' Luxury |
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by Kevin Doll
October 22, 2009 |
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There was no flash-of-green moment for Alex Plessett, but four years ago the Philadelphia Sales Associate sensed the time was right to build one of the largest green housing developments in the country.
Today, Plessett and green builder Denise Lehmann are weeks away from completing |
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| "Realtors are really just beginning to learn about sustainability issues and how important it is for their clients." |
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| Philly Development Offers Glimpse of Green Real Estate's Future |
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by Erica Christoffer, Styled, Staged & Sold
September 24, 2009 |
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Denise Lehmann and Alex Plessett are building their dream, quite literally.
The builder-realtor pair are the masterminds behind the largest LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) designated green residential development in Philadelphia. In July, they... |
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| "They will not only be luxurious, have classic architecture, and upgraded features, but are slated to be certified by the USGBC." |
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| Manayunk is Growing Green |
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by Bernard J. Scally
September 22, 2009 |
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A quick look at the architecture on Sheldon St. reveals an eclectic mix of history. From the old stone buildings of the turn of the century, to the carbon-copy red brick row homes, there will be a new kid on the block bringing a new generation of housing.
Sheldon Crossing is not your cookie-cutter development filling space where it can. |
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| "We want to help pioneer future development by building energy efficient, healthy, high-performance green homes." |
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| New development features LEED Platinum standards |
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by Kim Shindle
September 20, 2009 |
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Combining luxury with sustainability is the goal of a new housing development. Sheldon Crossing Carriage Homes are located in Manayunk only 10 minutes outside of center city Philadelphia.
Every aspect from beginning to end incorporates sustainable practices, according to Denise Lehmann, a partner in Denale, Inc.... |
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| The development is focused on creating a healthy environment with improved air, acoustics, and water quality. |
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| Green Buildings Combine Healthy Living with Energy Savings |
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Green Building Talk
September 10, 2009 |
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Whether it's a commercial or residential green building project that is designed from the ground up to be eco-friendly or an energy-efficient retrofit, developers are realizing energy and cost savings, while creating healthy environments. |
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| Sheldon Crossing dominates the scene offering more home at a lower cost per square foot. |
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| The Philadelphia Green Scene |
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Press Information
August 17, 2009 |
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The many distinctions between Sheldon Crossing and other "green" building projects in the Philadelphia area can only be described as "Shades of Green," but one thing they all have in common is a shared passion for sustainable living. |
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| Sheldon Crossing proves sustainability can be efficient and elegant. |
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| New Manayunk Carriage Home Development Proves Green Living Can Unite Sustainability and Luxury |
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Press Release
August 17, 2009 |
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AUGUST 17, 2009, Philadelphia, PA --- The recent groundbreaking for Philadelphia's newest carriage home community revealed just a glimpse of the grandiose intentions of its developer, Denale, Inc. With the foundation poured, Denale principals Denise Lehmann and Alex Plessett have at once laid the groundwork for a new... |
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| Sheldon Crossing has been recognized by the USGBC and will earn Platinum LEED certification. |
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| Sheldon Crossing Leed Attributes |
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Sheldon Crossing information
August 17, 2009 |
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View a listing of some of the LEED features to be included in a Sheldon Crossing home, helping the project obtain LEED platinum status. |
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| Features, once considered luxury, are standard in a Sheldon Crossing home. |
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| Sheldon Crossing Standard Features |
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Sheldon Crossing Information
August 17, 2009 |
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View a list of Standard Features in a Sheldon Crossing Carriage home, many that you might see as an upgrade in other homes. |
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| Tax incentives and energy efficient mortgages make it easier than ever to buy green. |
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| Ownership Incentives: Sheldon Crossing |
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Press Information
August 17, 2009 |
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To encourage consumers to more seriously consider green construction as a viable housing alternative, local, state and national government programs continue to be rolled out, revised and enhanced.
Below is a summary of widely-published, generalized information from sources including the City of Philadelphia, Fannie Mae and the IRS on programs that offer abatements, tax credits and EEMs.
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| "Livable green" is the combination of LEED Platinum criteria and luxury in a beautifully appointed, green home. |
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| The Story of Denale, Inc.: A Quest for the |
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Press Information
August 17, 2009 |
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As founding principals of Denale, Inc., Denise Lehmann and Alex Plessett strongly believe in responsible green building. Their progressive approach and shared commitment to set a new benchmark for green living in the greater Philadelphia area is borne out of many years of experience in the development community. |
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| Mainstream sustainable living is the future of Philadelphia. |
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| The SC 'Livable Green' Experience |
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Press Information
August 17, 2009 |
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1. Money Saved on Utility Bills
Investing in a Sheldon Crossing home equates to a direct savings on future utility bills. Ideal pre-cast concrete foundation walls, vegetative green roofs, Dow SIS (structural insulted Panels) and Icynene insulation provide superior home insulation. Smart Home Automation systems, Energy Star appliances, High... |
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March 1, 2010
First Plantinum Leed Certified Carriage House Community To Open |
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The Future Is Now: The Best Of Green Design |
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August 17, 2009
New Manayunk Carriage Home Development Proves Green Living Can Unite Sustainability and Luxury |
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The SC 'Livable Green' Experience |
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The Story of Denale, Inc.: A Quest for the |
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Ownership Incentives: Sheldon Crossing |
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The Philadelphia Green Scene |
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Sheldon Crossing Leed Attributes |
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Sheldon Crossing Standard Features |
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