OnionFlats To Design New Net Zero Homes in East Falls, Philadelphia
Design firm OnionWorks was selected to design new net-zero energy homes on a site in Philadelphia’s East Falls neighborhood.
Plans call for 120 + housing units and retail space with sustainability and low energy use part of the plans as well as proximity to mass transit.
“ … energy for … heating, cooling, light and home hot water will be generated on site, with green roofs and a solar panel array. … indoor bike storage … electric vehicle charging ports and spaces for Zip Cars.”
While not a sure thing plans call for construction to start in 2013 with completion in 2014.
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