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Build together.
Created by Marney Coleman, MBA/MS (Erb) 2023, and Valerie Crum, MBA/MS (Erb) 2025
Our Vision
Our Vision
The Atrium is led by residents, for all Ann Arbor residents. Together, we are developing a sustainable community where young workers and families can grow and thrive. Our community celebrates health and wellness, collective action, and good stewardship of the city we call home. Learn more.
For Community,
For Community,
By Community
By Community
Our development is owned by a community land trust to create accessible pathways to homeownership and empower residents to lead on building health and operations.
100% Net Zero
100% Net Zero
Fully powered by on-site solar, reducing utility costs while improving air quality. Our residents value direct access to nature and care about their environmental impact.
Active Local Resilience Hub
Active Local Resilience Hub
We activate our site for a city-wide resource following natural disasters. We open for all Ann Arbor residents to safely access basic needs and supplies.
Training a Green Building Workforce
Training a Green Building Workforce
Our development is a training site for Ann Arbor's future green building and operations workforce.
Family-Focused Amenities
Family-Focused Amenities
We believe everyone should have access to high-quality amenities that support healthy, active lifestyles. These amenities will also help attract and retain residents.
Click here to learn more about our Partnerships that make each amenity possible.
On-Site Free Bike Rental
Community Outdoor Space + Gardens
Direct Connect to Treeline Trail
Green Playground
Sustainability and Opportunity for All
Sustainability and Opportunity for All
Our mixed-income, all-electric site demonstrates how the benefits of green building can be universally accessible. Our development leverages cutting edge technology and best practices in building materials to leverage cost savings from energy efficiency. Learn more here.
Materials and Technology in your home will include:
Continuous Insulation and Tight Building Envelope
Energy Recovery Ventilation Units
High-Efficiency Windows and Doors
Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs)
Tankless water heater
Smart thermostats + in-unit energy management systems
Right-sized, energy-efficient ENERGY STAR appliances
Backup Zinc-ion Batteries
Energy Efficient Building Materials
Your Home, Powered by Solar Energy
Your Home, Powered by Solar Energy
The Atrium is 100% electrified, made possible by a solar roof installation with an estimated capacity for 188 panels producing 60 kW. Because of our focus on high-efficiency design, appliances, and resident behavior, this will fully serve the building's estimated energy usage. The system will be supplemented with battery storage to prevent outages. We will collaborate with DTE to maximize our solar installation within the current Distributed Generation program guidelines, while also pursuing future updates that would allow buildings like ours to expand solar capacity and return more renewable energy to the grid. For example, we recommend future residents consider installing additional solar capacity over the parking lot.
Partnerships
Partnerships
Our community is unique because of the partnerships that make it possible. We have partnered with local organizations across amenities, community resources, and local government to bring The Atrium to life. Get to know the partners who help us thrive.
Costs and Financial Plan
Costs and Financial Plan
Financial solvency and viability is core to any sustainable development. Read more about our approach to financing.
Our Housing Plan
Our Housing Plan
To meet the housing needs of Ann Arbor's diverse young workforce, The Atrium offers three unique floorplans to meet a variety of living situations and preferences. Additionally, affordability is at the core of our vision, therefore we offer both market rate and affordable units to do our part in addressing the housing affordability shortage in Ann Arbor. Learn more about our unit options and rental fees here.
Community-Wide Benefits: Our "Why"
Community-Wide Benefits: Our "Why"
The Atrium is designed to maximize social, financial, and environmental benefits for residents and the Ann Arbor community. Our goals address all 10 co-benefits identified in the A2Zero Climate Action Plan.
Environmental Benefits
Environmental Benefits
Social Benefits
Social Benefits
Financial Benefits
Financial Benefits
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