In an exclusive interview with Holmdel Patch, Sterling Howard said she has a vision for the Lucent property that will enhance the community, and bring business opportunities forward.
Elsie Sterling Howard is no stranger to Holmdel. In fact, she has family who lives in town, which may have helped draw her attention to Holmdel's most notable real estate listing: the 472-acre tract of land known locally as “the Lucent property.” “I can't tell you who it is," she said, chuckling, "so they won't be bombarded -- but they live in -- and love -- Holmdel." Last week, Elsie Sterling Oversight LLC signed a purchase agreement for an undisclosed amount with French-owned Alcatel-Lucent, Inc. for a mixed-use plan at its property on Crawfords Corner Road in Holmdel. Mayor Patrick Impreveduto made the announcement to 200 residents gathered at the February 23 Township Committee meeting. Sterling Howard currently resides in Miami, FL, …
Professionals who studied the Bell Labs site in Holmdel three years ago share their concerns for maintaining its historic value.
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
This statement was issued by Michael Calafati Architect, LLC, of Cape May on Dec. 6. The coalition of organizations advocating for the preservation of the former Bell Labs building and landscape have been anticipating the proposed zoning changes from Holmdel Township for most of this year. A multidisciplinary Charrette held three ago years by AIA-New Jersey, Docomomo US/NY Tri-State and Preservation NJ developed design approaches for the preservation and sympathetic reuse of the internationally significant modernist landmark. “The Bell Labs site poses many challenges adapting it sensitively to new uses while protecting the landscape,” said Michael Calafati, AIA, of AIA-New Jersey. “We are heartened to see that Holmdel is acknowledging …
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How about a follow up interview with her lawyer/developer husband. more ›