Luminato is underway! The building site at the corner of Newbury and Franklin Streets has been cleared to make way for a new residential community. Several unique elements of the existing homes were removed and shared with a family that grew up in this home. Then, the Portland Fire Department used the buildings, uninhabitable for a long time, for training drills. Demolition marks the first phase of the construction of Luminato, and the commencement of Phase Two of sales of new homes. Seven of 24 […]
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The Platform Room
What is a “Green Roof?”
A “green roof” is an extension of the existing roof system, and incorporates a high quality water-proofing and root repellant system, a drainage system, filter cloth, a lightweight growing medium, and plants. A green roof offers a number of public and private benefits. Public benefits include: Aesthetic Improvement Urban greening is an easy and effective strategy for beautifying the built environment. Storm water Management Green roofs store water in the substrate, from which the plants take it up and return […]
Read MoreFirst TEMPOart Installation Announced
TEMPOart, a new public art program that will feature a variety of curated artworks in public “Places of Transition” throughout Portland will present its inaugural installation in Lincoln Park, just a block from Luminato. To be installed this June for approximately one year, the first piece by artist Judith Hoffman aims to engage audiences in the important conversations about Portland’s history and future. Luminato residents will enjoy Judith’s artwork from their homes, as huge windows in every unit overlooks Lincoln […]
Read MoreA Developer with a Passion for Energy Efficiency
Luminato residents will appreciate the exceptional dedication to energy efficiency demonstrated by developer Erin Cooperrider. She was recently interviewed by Green Building Advisor about the Village Center Housing Project in Brewer, Maine. A 54,000-square-foot building, it is one of the largest “Passivehaus” housing projects in the country. Erin is development director for Community Housing of Maine, and has recently also joined NewHeight Group, bringing her years of experience in developing residential projects that are affordable energy-efficient and cutting edge. To learn more […]
Read MorePortland Trails are Everywhere!
Did you know the extensive Portland Trails network comes within a half mile of every resident of Portland? Residents of Luminato will be just three blocks from the start of the Eastern Prom Trail. We’re pleased to be providing a Portland Trails membership to every new buyer, starting with the first homeowners under contract. Portland Trails hosts events—such as the recent annual GORP party around the corner at Arabica and the upcoming Trail to Ale 10K race/walk—as well as maintaining […]
Read MoreLife Simplified with Bettina Blanchard
“Living light” is not just about tall open spaces filled with sunlight, it’s also about living without the burden of a lot of “stuff.” It’s very easy to accumulate stuff, which is why we love the ideas and motivation Bettina Blanchard gives on her site and every week on her radio show, Life Simplified Radio. Susan was a guest a couple weeks ago and spoke with Bettina and co-host Ross Goldberg about 118 on Munjoy Hill and Luminato.
Read More2 Degrees Portland Arts Challenge
The 2 Degrees Portland Arts Challenge celebrates two of Portland’s greatest attributes: its arts and culture, and its people. Luminato team members are having fun checking out the diverse arts scene of our amazing city all this month. Follow along on the 2 Degrees of Portland Arts Challenge Facebook event. “The 2 Degrees Portland Arts Challenge celebrates two of Portland’s greatest attributes: its arts and culture, and its people. The Portland Arts Challenge is about forming relationships with your neighbors, […]
Read MoreNew India Street Neighborhood Plan adopted by city
The India Street Sustainable Neighborhood Plan was adopted by the city council. The extensive document posted at the PortlandMaine.gov site outlines the background, history, goals and vision, as well as an actual outline of the neighborhood boundary as seen below. The history is particularly interesting! Read more about the The India Street Sustainable Neighborhood Plan
Read MoreSunset view
A beautiful winter sunset! This view is looking west over Franklin Street and Lincoln Park towards city hall and its dome. Most residents will be able to appreciate the evening sunset and “glow” from their home. Another way to “live light” at Luminato.
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