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Pearsall Residence

Location
1840 N. Leavitt, Chicago Map

Owner
Alex Pearsall

Architect
Norsman Architects

1840 N. Leavitt is an existing 100 year old multi-unit residential building being converted to a single family residence with 6,000 sf above grade and 3,000 sf below grade of habitable space, totaling 6 bedrooms and 5 baths. This is another example of the jumbo-sized home that works to counteract its large size with a variety of green measures. The project is seeking Chicago Green Homes and Energy Star certification.

Heppner Residence

Location
8628 S. Marquette, Chicago Map

Owner
Charles and Timothy Heppner

The Heppner Residence is an example of extreme do-it-yourself green renovation. This existing 100 year-old wood frame single family home is being rebuilt by Tim and Charles Heppner, two brothers, with Tim acting as architect and performing most construction work himself. The home is on a double lot with the southern half vacant, providing lots of opportunity for outdoor green as well. The Heppner brothers are seeking Energy Star and Chicago Green Homes certification for their new home.