Glenwood Begins Phase II Leasing at Emerald Green: A New York City Green Apartment Development

March 31, 2010 - PRLog -- Following the successful leasing of Emerald Green’s north tower, New York City’s
most respected luxury Manhattan apartment rental company has begun leasing for tower II

NEW YORK (March XX, 2010) – Glenwood Management, established luxury Manhattan real estate developer, owner and manager, has begun leasing the second phase of its first sustainable green apartment development, Emerald Green, following the successful fall leasing of its north tower.

“The swift leasing activity we experienced at Emerald Green this past fall is not only a testament to the future of green home design in New York City, but also speaks volumes to Midtown West’s evolution as a residential destination,” Gary Jacob, executive vice president of Glenwood, said. “Our second phase will meet this ongoing demand while offering the same attention to service and quality one comes to expect at a Glenwood building.”

Located on 38th Street just west of Eighth Avenue, the New York City green apartment development includes two 24-story towers containing 568 spacious green apartments. Construction at Emerald Green is progressing smoothly as residents now enjoy the completed playroom, state-of-the-art fitness center and fully furnished main and entrance lobbies.

Emerald Green includes a high percentage of recycled-content green construction materials from regional sources, and ensures water preservation with water-efficient plumbing, green roofs utilizing recaptured water for irrigation and a building-wide water filtration system. Exceeding the New York State Energy Code, Emerald Green is fitted for energy efficiency with occupancy sensors for lighting in common areas and roof terraces with heat-reflective pavers. The 400-car parking garage is outfitted with electric cars charging stations to further facilitate green apartment living.

Each Emerald Green home is designed according to LEED guidelines with sustainable bamboo wood flooring, VOC-free interior finishes and walls that minimize random air-infiltration from adjacent apartments and corridors. Nine-foot-high ceilings and thoughtfully designed floor plans accentuate each green apartment’s stylish, yet energy-efficient design. Satin nickel hardware and trimming complement the corridor design, while bay or corner windows, many with floor-to-ceiling glass, present impressive city views.

The modern kitchens of Glenwood’s New York City green apartments feature solid granite countertops, matching granite floors, full backsplashes and GE Cafe™ Professional Series, Energy Star® appliances including dishwashers, five-burner gas ranges with self-cleaning ovens, matching over-the-range microwave ovens, “French door”-style counter depth refrigerators with lower freezer drawers, and GE® front-load washers and dryers both with extra large capacities. Marble bathrooms offer porcelain under mount sinks and recessed tri-view mirrored medicine cabinets.

Emerald Green apartments provides residents with convenient, impressive services known to Glenwood buildings, including 24-hour doormen, a private intercom system, high-speed passenger elevators, a separate service elevator and a fully equipped, air-conditioned laundry facility. A state-of-the-art fitness center includes a 50-foot lap swimming pool, a circular stone whirlpool spa and men’s and women’s locker rooms with separate saunas. A yoga/stretching room overlooking a garden court, and a children’s playroom with hand-painted murals add to the variety of activity spaces at these green apartments in New York City.

The green building’s landscaped entryways lead to the elegant north and south lobbies, which are connected by a glass-enclosed corridor overlooking a beautiful interior garden court with fountains and a reflecting pool. Acclaimed American designer John Saladino furnished and decorated the green apartments public spaces, including elegant passageways accentuated by satin nickel hardware, custom wall sconces, alabaster ceiling lights and wall-to-wall CRI Green Label-certified, custom-designed Axminster carpeting.

Limestone planters and pavers embellish Emerald Green’s landscaped outdoor terrace, which features pergolas with lounge areas. The fully-furnished indoor lounge area is equipped with complete kitchen facilities. Emerald Green also includes a screening room with theater-style seating, and a library and conference room showcasing a barrel-vaulted ceiling. The green apartments optional amenities include wireless high speed Internet, an attended 24-hour indoor garage and valet/maid services. Green cleaning supplies are also used throughout the building and given as a welcome gift to tenants.

“As Emerald Green nears completion and the superior finishes, sustainable features and thoughtful amenities all come into place, this building truly has to been seen to be believed,” Jacob added.

Emerald Green is located within walking distance of Penn Station and many New York City train and subway lines, and is a short drive to the Lincoln Tunnel. The neighborhood presents an eclectic mix of culture, entertainment, restaurants, cafes and world-class shopping. Such world-renowned venues surround Glenwood’s green real estate including, Madison Square Garden, the Metropolitan Opera, Broadway theaters and Bryant Park are nearby, as well as the couture houses and showrooms of the fashion industry’s most prominent designers.

Emerald Green’s on-site rental office is located at 320 West 38th Street. For more information, please call (212) 695-3838 or visit www.emeraldgreennyc.com.  

Glenwood is one of New York City’s largest owners and builders of luxury rental apartments. The full-service Manhattan real estate organization has earned a reputation as the leader in its field through the continuity established as owner, builder and manager of all of its properties. Prestigious locations, innovative design, superior construction, outstanding views, elegant lobbies and impeccable services are benchmark qualities that have become synonymous with every Glenwood residence. Glenwood has provided personalized care and attention in every detail, and enriched the quality of life offered in each of its rental apartment buildings for nearly five decades. Glenwood owns and operates a multitude of apartment buildings throughout Manhattan such as Barclay Tower, Paramount Tower, The Brittany, The Grand Tier and The Pavilion.

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For nearly five decades, we at Glenwood Management have been dedicated to improving and enriching the "Quality of Life" offered in each of our luxury Manhattan rental apartment buildings. Prestigious locations, outstanding views, elegant lobbies and impeccable services are benchmark qualities that have become synonymous with every Glenwood residence.
Glenwood Management is a full service luxury Manhattan real estate organization with "hands on" responsibility at every level. The continuity established as owner, builder and manager for all of its properties has earned Glenwood Management a reputation as the leader in its field. We pride ourselves on providing and maintaining the highest standards of living for our tenants. Innovative design, superior construction and meticulous supervision of building personnel distinguish all Glenwood residences.