LEED-Certified Apartments in Portland Oregon feature "Puzzle Parking": The 20 on Hawthorne

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Hawthorne District apartments showcase puzzle parking system, amongst numerous green features of The 20 on Hawthorne building, designed to promote Portland Sustainable living.


"We feel strongly that the places we build should improve the livability of the communities where they are located. They should use less energy and have cleaner air. Its just the right thing to do for this and future generations", said Mark Edlen, CEO, Gerding Edlen Development.

The 20 on Hawthorne building, designed by GBD Architects, includes recycled materials, high-efficiency appliances and high-efficiency glass windows among other items that support a sustainable lifestyle.

The units feature Armstrong Marmoleum flooring made with natural, recycled and rapidly renewable materials in the bathrooms, premium energy efficient lighting throughout, cabinetry in kitchen and bathrooms made from recycled materials, low-flow/ultra low-flow bath and kitchen faucets and dual flush toilets to conserve water, along with high efficiency Energy Star® appliances, including Bosch ventless washer and dryer. Second floor units include Eco-Roof patio areas (http://www.livethe20.com/first.php ).

While we are proud of the many green features and European inspired design of this property, we are especially pleased to have found a way to minimize its footprint with the automated parking system, said Damin Tarlow, Gerding Edlen Development.

The automated parking system at The 20 on Hawthorne is the largest of its type in the country according to installation contractor Harding Steel. This puzzle parking system stores 29 cars on trays that move up and down and side to side, whereby one car is stored below grade, one car at grade and one car above grade ( video link ). This system allows for 29 cars to be parked in an area that would typically only accommodate 10. The system is operated by using a magnetic swipe card. Residents simply swipe the card and their car is made available at ground level with an average wait time of 30 - 40 seconds.
Demonstrations of the automated parking system can be seen at the buildings Grand Opening and Smart Living Fair on Saturday, August 22, from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.

The Smart Living Fair will feature local companies focused on resources for sustainable living, including: Smart Car and folding bicycle demonstrations, Segway rides, sustainable pet care options, local food and beverage sampling, space-saving organization tips from Organizers NW, interior design solutions from MHD Studio, along with gift certificates from local Hawthorne restaurants.

Category:

Science & Technology

Tags:

• green energy
• sustainable development
• 2009
• apartments
• puzzle parking
• portland
• LEED apartment
• robot parking
• portland oregon

[acjaggard]

LOL! Fav new ad.

[hitachiota]

Cool... but isnt this an adaption of Japanese technology?