1840 N. Leavitt, Chicago, IL
1840 N. Leavitt in Chicago, IL is an existing 100 year old multi-unit residential building being converted to a single family residence. The project is seeking Chicago Green Homes and Energy Star certification and is a wonderful example of a large sized home that works to counteract its substantial size with a variety of green measures. Warmboard radiant heat will ensure the occupants are comfortable and warm on those cold Chicago nights.
Specs:
- 9,000 square feet of living space
- 6,000 square feet above grade / 3,000 sqaure feet below grade
- 6 bedrooms
- 5 baths
Features:
- solar thermal used for primary heating source and domestic water heating
- Warmboard radiant heat subfloors
- geothermal cooling system, also backs up the solar thermal heat
- soy-based foam insulation
- triple-pane windows
- green roof, rain garden and rainwater cistern to address stormwater management
On the materials side, existing structural framing members being removed are being re-milled on site for use as exterior cladding, and numerous other recycled-content or certified-wood products will be used.From a design perspective central light cores will penetrate to the basement which addresses the challenge of providing natural light to most areas of this large home.
The firm working on this project is Norsman Architects, a full service architectural practice. Their work avidly explores and experiments with sustainable design and development believing that a sustainable practice and approach can meet the demands of any project and is simply responsible design.
