Multifamily Project Spotlight
October 30, 2026
Archer Square Condominiums Chooses Natural Gas for Comfort, Reliability, and Innovative Design
The challenge: Gas meters can detract from a building's architectural character.
The solution: At Archer Square Condominiums, Knutson Companies designed a dedicated meter alcove enclosure that integrates the gas metering equipment into the overall building design. The result:
- The community's upscale appearance is preserved
- Accessibility is maintained
- Safety and operational functionality are maintained
It shows how builders and utilities can work together to balance aesthetics with practical infrastructure needs.
About the Project
As builders continue to evaluate energy choices that enhance homeowner satisfaction while delivering long-term value, Knutson Companies selected natural gas as the primary energy source for Archer Square Condominiums, their premier 55+ active adult community located within Birchwood at Brambleton in Ashburn, Virginia.
Archer Square features elegantly designed elevator condominium residences that combine convenience, comfort, and low maintenance living for today's active adult homebuyers. [knutsoncos.com]
For Knutson Companies, the decision to incorporate natural gas aligned with their commitment to delivering homes that provide both exceptional living experiences and long-term value. Natural gas offers homeowners dependable heating, efficient hot water, and the cooking performance many buyers continue to prefer.
At Archer Square, residents enjoy thoughtfully designed single-level living spaces complemented by modern finishes, elevator access, private garages, community gathering spaces, and outstanding amenities throughout Birchwood at Brambleton. By incorporating natural gas into the community's energy mix, Knutson helped create a living environment that supports both comfort and efficiency.
Natural gas continues to be an attractive option for multifamily and condominium developments because it provides:
- Reliable and consistent space heating
- Fast and efficient water heating
- Responsive cooking performance
- Long-term energy value and efficiency
- A familiar and trusted energy source for homeowners
For active adult buyers, these benefits support the low-maintenance, lock-and-leave lifestyle that communities such as Archer Square are designed to provide.
Archer Square shows how thoughtful planning, innovative design, and strategic energy choices create an exceptional residential community, from natural gas service to the creative meter-placement solution.
Washington Gas is proud to support projects like Archer Square and partner with builders and developers across the region to deliver safe, reliable natural gas service that helps create vibrant, attractive, and energy-efficient communities.
Planning a multifamily project? Connect with Washington Gas early in the planning process to review your natural gas service needs and discuss meter placement and design considerations before construction begins.
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