More stories about Energy-Efficient Design

  • Case Study: Simple Solutions

    Passive solar design, PV arrays, and a greywater system help this Los Angeles home reach its high-performance goals.

  • Target: HVAC

    The next wave of HVAC systems may just evolve from this prototype evaporative air conditioning system.

  • Packing a Punch

    The tiny Crib project blends the vernacular aesthetic of the corncrib outside and the functionality of the lofted cabin inside.

  • At the Crossroads ... Again

    The energy question that the country's punted for 40 years has become much more complicated and dangerous.

  • The Future of Hot Water Design

    By taking a systemic approach to hot water distribution design, new homes will be able to cut hot water use by 50%.

  • EHDA Grand Award: VOLKsHouse

    This Santa Fe, N.M., house shows how production housing and net-zero energy can go hand in hand.

  • EHDA Grand Award: TerraHaus

    First Passive House-certified student residence hall in the United States earns special recognition from the EHDA jury.

  • EHDA Grand Award: Terra Caelo

    Energy-minded technologies and custom touches fill this luxury house in southern Utah's Red Rock country.

  • EHDA Grand Award: Montecito Modern

    This remodeling project proves that an existing home can be modestly modernized to meet new design ideals and performance requirements.

  • Market View: Jacob Atalla of KB Home

    As an early leader in net-zero production homes, KB Home is paving the way toward affordable–even cost-neutral–high-performance features.