Separating a home’s structure from its infill components adds durability and flexibility, and extends a home’s lifespan and performance.
The more efficient the home, the lower the mortgage default risk, so mortgage policies should be adjusted to increase the affordability of energy-efficient homes, according to new study.
A blocky duplex was enlarged into a contemporary model of sustainable living.
With a focus on carbon reductions, 2030 Districts aim to transform downtown communities into models for future development.
The company has added five new color offerings to its line of quartz surfacing.
The 38% porous product helps manage stormwater runoff.
A recovering economy and high gas prices have made public transit a popular choice for commuters.
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission is exploring a number of programs to expand its water sources both residentially and commercially. Could other states benefit from their lessons learned?
The product protects buildings against water intrusion.
A high-performance renovation brought this Craftsman-style bungalow into the 21st century.
The Harmony Paint line's enhanced formula helps reduce VOC levels from indoor building materials.
A LEED Platinum renovation of this Georgetown rowhouse resulted in a high-performance showpiece.
Profound changes are coming to the way the building industry discusses and specifies products, and communication and transparency are key drivers.
"We cannot treat sustainability as a design option. It is a necessity and must be integral to all projects."
A breakdown of low-E glass in four parts.
Gentle winds provide passive cooling at a Florida waterfront home.
ECOHOME checks in with Philip Beere, three-time winner of the NAHB Green Remodel Advocate of the Year Award, for an update on his G Street development company, the power of energy labeling, and what’s on the horizon.
Vision 2020 chair Dr. Marilyn Black, founder of the Greenguard Environmental Institute, talks about the indoor environmental challenges we face today, and how we will solve them.
A tight envelope may exacerbate indoor air quality problems, so what should you watch for?
New glazing and framing technologies open windows to refreshing opportunities in energy conservation.