EVOlving Residences
Taking the LEED in Residential Development - L.A.'s First and Only Certified Green Community

~by Alicia Cheadle

Who says you have to sacrifice comfort to be environmentally friendly? Not Evo. As the third phase of South, Elleven and Luma being its sold out neighbors, it provides the city with the largest community to be LEED certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. Conveniently located in South Park on the corner of Twelfth and Grand, Evo high-rise residences provide a chic and luxurious lifestyle while being responsible environmentally.

Developed by The South Group, the superiorly stunning building was created with renewable and recyclable materials. The low-flow kitchen and bath fixtures, increased wall insulation, expansive operable windows, and Energy Star appliances allow you to be efficient in your everyday lifestyle. Need a break from the stress of the day? Evo offers plenty of services that make you feel like you're at your own little spa. The large open-roof terrace gives a serene view of the city where you can take in the beauty of the mountains and downtown skyline. Next, go for a swim in the infinity-edge lap pool or just enjoy the outdoor fireplace and lounge. Plus, an exclusive fitness center on the 24th floor managed by a celebrity health consultant will help keep your energy level up for a healthier you.

As a new construction in downtown, Evo is the only building available to move in before 2010. With a little over 40% of units already sold, it is one of the most popular residences in the city. In January, a penthouse sold for $3.1 million dollars and in less than a month later, they beat their own record by selling a second penthouse for $3.2 million with a living space that spans 3,973 square feet. These penthouses are the highest price ever paid for a single residential unit in Downtown Los Angeles. The lofts truly offer a one of a kind living experience adorned with superb interior designs unlike any other. With floor plans ranging from 730 to over 3,900 square feet, you can certainly create your dream home. Evo definitely creates a legacy of success and raises the bar in the real estate market.

Located in the heart of downtown, there is no need to congest the streets with a car when you're steps away from the STAPLES Center, Nokia Theatre, L.A. Live, The Conga Room and the GRAMMY museum. You no longer have to arrive early and fight for the cheapest parking spot or best seat in the auditorium if you're already minutes away. Plus, there are plenty of on-site retail services for your convenience. Just take a few steps downstairs and your morning Starbucks awaits you. Later, enjoy lunch at Hygge or wonderful wine tasting at the Corkbar a few stories below. Every detail at Evo provides the elegance and familiarity of a couture home. With a library, bar and an oversize flat panel TV on the Two-Forty rooftop retreat, you can entertain your guests and have them begging not to leave. After all, we know that only the best reside in the most sought after neighborhood in the city.

A safer, eco-friendly janitorial service and a building-wide green cleaning program for residents also provide a superior lifestyle. With various transit systems nearby, bicycle parking and Flexcar vehicle availability, you will be able to be more economically efficient as well. Specifically designed to reduce energy use by 15% and water usage by 30%, Evo makes it possible to live better in our vibrant, modern world. Simple, green-living practices as these provide the structure for an ecologically lifestyle to become more natural. We can each do our part to ensure a healthier place to live and work in California. Evo exhibits numerous eco-friendly practices, resort-style amenities and extravagent designs fit for a luxurious lifestyle. This residence takes the first step in creating a green standard with sophistication and style. Reducing your carbon footprint has never been so chic.

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