You may have seen signs around in bright colors asking,
Are You Bushwick? Last week thread collective got a tour of
The Knick, to find out more about the conversion project around the corner from Troutman Street that lies behind the advertising campaign. The 45 unit residential renovation was spearheaded by
The Hudson Companies in partnership with the existing building owner, Scaturro. Hudson is a development group known for their range of housing projects and their high standard of quality. thread has consulted with them in the past on
Dumont Green and enjoyed the experience, so we are a bit biased. The Knick is 45 residential units spread across three existing buildings, one of which was an old supermarket at the ground floor. New commercial spaces will help vitalize this area of Knickerbocker, just a block down from the Maria Hernandez Park; along with the residential units the project will help bring new life to these run down buildings. Nearly two thirds of the units are sold or are in contract, so they are filling up quite quickly.
The Knick will also be LEED for Homes certified, with a potential rating of Gold. We are excited that another
LEED for Homes project is so close by, bringing a range of sustainable housing options to the
Bushwick nieghborhood. Which every neighborhood needs more of. The building provides energy efficient heating, and cooling, efficient appliances, thermally sealed envelope, and non-toxic interior finishes just to name a few points achieved. Many of the units have access to outdoor space with great terraces and the more upper floors have lovely views of the city.
Thanks to Andrew Jackson, Hudson's project manager, for his time and insightful tour.
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