The Greens at Irvington Mews
Baltimore, MD
sustainability is in the name
Overlooking the campus of Mount St. Joseph High School in Baltimore, Irvington Mews is an independent living apartment building with an emphasis on sustainable construction and systems. The community includes 18 two-bedroom and 82 one-bedroom apartments for seniors and adults with disabilities who earn up to 50 percent of the area median income. Twenty of the apartments are set aside for residents with disabilities who are under 62.
The community features over 5,000 square feet of common area space, including a fitness room, activity/computer room, laundry, TV lounge, community room and hospitality suite. There is public outdoor amenity space at each floor, and the community room is placed on the 4th floor so residents can enjoy the view.
How Harkins Made a Difference
- We went to great lengths to help our client reach their goals of a highly sustainable building. It is conditioned using a Variable Refrigerant Volume mechanical system, and all exterior framing consists of 2×6 wood studs for greater exterior wall insulation. The building skin includes TPO roofing with a high SRI value, and highly durable materials for the façade, including 28% brick, 54% fiber cement lap siding, and 18% cement fiber panels. Other energy-efficient features include Energy Star windows, lights, bathroom exhaust fans and appliances.
Awards & Certifications
USGBC Maryland
Wintergreen Award – Excellence in Green Building
ABC Metro Baltimore
Excellence in Construction – Excellence Award
New Project – $5 to $10 million
Green Communities
Enterprise Green Communities
HERS (Home Energy Rating System)
Energy Star Multi-Family High Rise