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Graham Street Lofts, Portland, Ore.

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Graham Street Lofts, Portland, Ore.

• Car Smart

  

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  Located on a transit street, the lofts are a short walk to light rail, giving residents an alternative to driving. The parking lot is outfitted with recharging outlets for electric cars.

• Clean Air Policy

  

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  Units ranging from 1,054 square feet to 1,927 square feet feature 9-foot ceilings, stained concrete floors, basalt countertops, stainless steel appliances and fiberglass windows and doors. No off-gassing here.

• What's in Storage

  

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  Cabinets made up of plywood boxes, solid maple drawers, and lyptus veneer faces include no particle board or melamine.

• Thick Skin

  

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  Built using PerformWall insulated concrete forms (ICF), the structure's breathable shell has an R-30 insulation factor.

• Rain Proof

  

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  Ten-inch-thick walls made of recycled polystyrene and cement are mold, mildew and rot resistant ' an important consideration in the soggy Pacific Northwest. They are also seismically sound and offer a four hour fire rating.

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  Hydronic radiant floor heating and tankless water heaters, combined with the building's tight shell, translate into energy savings. Penthouse buyers have the extra perk of rooftop solar hot water.

• Breeze Easy

  

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  Each unit enjoys access to two outdoor spaces with different exposures. This design promotes natural cross-ventilation and reduces the need for air conditioning. Loft prices range from $324,000 to $625,000.

• Water Ways

  

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  An on-site stormwater management system includes underground dry wells to capture roof runoff, as well as bioswales along the property's south edge to filter runoff from the parking lot.

• Built to Last

  

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  The building's stucco shell and metal overhangs are super low maintenance. And did we mention there's ground floor commercial space? It's a nice little package all around.