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Having looked into lots of green technologies that we didn’t have complete faith in, we found something simple that accomplishes 90% of what we wanted. Utilizing two simple products, you have a completely passive solution to a building envelope. Almost indestructible, airtight, with enough insulation and mass that can resist the cycle of the southern day for several days, even weeks in a row at a slight premium in cost. The ICF envelope cools using 40% less tonnage. This has prompted us to lease with all utilities included, saving costs related to individual electric meters. We found this to be a very appealing scenario for our customers and relatively easy to understand by investors and lenders.
Q. What was the major benefit of using ICF’s over alternative construction methodologies?
A: The precise planning of ICF modules can yield a substantial decrease in environmental waste – a significant advantage when compared with conventional building materials and systems.
Q. Why did you choose Amvic ICF’s?
A: We chose Amvic because their 6″ web spacing is superior to other blocks we’ve examined and it’s helpful for the pace at which we like to pour a large building.
| Project Name | 17 South Apartments |
|---|---|
| Project Type | Multi-Family Development |
| Location | Charleston, South Carolina |
| Size | 248,994 sq. ft. |
| Floors | 3-4 Storey - 7 buildings |
| Amvic Installer | Sowell Builder Services |
| Owner/Developer | EYC Companies |
| General Contractor | Front Street Construction Services |
| Amvic Product(s) used | ICF |
The ICF envelope cools using 40% less tonnage. This has prompted us to lease with all utilities included, saving costs related to individual electric meters. We found this to be a very appealing scenario for our customers and relatively easy to understand by investors and lenders.
— Ellis Coleman, Owner, Developer
