Welcome to your new lifestyle of sustainability.
How do you create a truly sustainable development?
Start with an exceptional site, surrounded by tree-lined streets, spacious parks and one of Chicago's most inviting public plazas. Add unparalleled access to public transportation, with a Brown Line El stop one block away and the Ravenswood Metra station within walking distance. Top it off with Lincoln Square's vibrant collection of shops, restaurants and services that will make it easy to leave your car at home.
Then design a building with an eye toward resource efficiency. The Fountain View's exterior walls are constructed of solid masonry with enhanced insulation, sealed joints and argon gas filled double-pane windows and doors.  A green roof provides extra layers of insulation above. Each residence also features its own high-efficiency heating and air conditioning system, and Energy Star rated appliances. Dual trash chutes make recycling easier than ever.
Pick the best materials for the project. Each component of the Fountain View has been evaluated for durability, environmental impact, operating cost, and timeless aesthetics. The brick and stone exterior will last for generations, and rooftop vegetation will extend the life of the roofing system by protecting it from extremes of heat and cold. Low VOC Paints and sealants protect healthy indoor air quality. Lumber from managed forests, locally manufactured products, and materials with high levels of recycled content are specified wherever possible.
Provide a broad palate of interior finishes that embody the project's philosophy of health and sustainability. Bamboo flooring offers a striking and long-lasting alternative to conventional hardwood, and comes from a rapidly renewable source. An extensive selection of countertop and tile options include natural and recycled materials. Dual flush toilets facilitate water conservation, and Energy Star rated appliances keep energy bills low and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
The Fountain View development team has made sustainability a top priority. As a result, The Fountain View will be one of the first developments of its kind to achieve LEED® Silver certification from the United States Green Building Council for the environmental features of its design and construction.
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