E-Landscape Set To Begin Work At The Asher
Davidsonville, MD October 5, 2011 –
Davidsonville, Maryland‐based commercial landscaping specialist E‐Landscape Specialty Solutions
announced today that it has been awarded the contract to carry out landscaping at The Asher in
Alexandria, Virginia.
This luxury apartment community is a combination of old and new that reflects the charm of
Alexandria’s Old Town and the area’s dynamic metropolitan lifestyle. Located right next to the Braddock
Road Metro station, The Asher will welcome residents with its deluxe living spaces. The Asher will
feature 206 apartment residences, a state of the art business and fitness center, rooftop terraces, a
landscaped plaza and underground parking, all within steps of a Metro stop. The energy‐efficient
appliances that The Asher has to offer, along with an extensive water‐saving system, an advanced waste
management system, and other features will help its residents save money and preserve natural
resources. The building was designed by Lessard Urban and developed by Erkiletian.
E‐landscape’s scope of work will include the installation of site furnishings, planting, structural soil
mixes, irrigation, sub drainage, and the construction of a bus stop. One of the most interesting aspects
of the project is the cistern system that will be installed to channel rainwater. The cistern tank and pump
will be located in the building’s underground garage, enabling the property to harvest rainwater and use
it for irrigation. This will reduce residents’ water bills, and – by reducing runoff – will lessen the load on
the wastewater treatment system.
“We’re particularly excited about this project because it is expected to receive LEED Silver certification
due to its many green building and design features,” commented E‐Landscape President Eric Drenner.