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Energy efficiency and carbon neutrality are hallmarks of the Bank Lofts project. (Rendering of the Bank Lofts, Richfield Springs, New York © River Architects, PLLC)

Bank Lofts Garnering Awards, Recognition

By DAN SULLIVAN
RICHFIELD SPRINGS

Before it is even finished, the ambitious Bank Lofts project at 118 Main Street in Richfield Springs is attracting accolades and a lot of positive attention, having been featured recently in “Passive House Accelerator” magazine.”

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