Rapidly Renewable
One of green building's 'poster-child' products, bamboo has come a long way from its roots. Take a look at the latest selection criteria and product options.
Sherwin-Williams introduces zero-VOC ColorCast Eco Toners for tinting its latex and water-based paints.
New BuildingGreen report evaluates product performance and environmental attributes of insulation.
Palo Alto, Calif., Passive House touts greywater system and urine-diverting toilets.
Portland, Ore., infill project for both market-rate and low-income buyers promotes low-income affordable housing along light-rail line.
One of green building's 'poster-child' products, bamboo has come a long way from its roots. Take a look at the latest selection criteria and product options.
This Santa Fe, N.M., house shows how production housing and net-zero energy can go hand in hand.
First Passive House-certified student residence hall in the United States earns special recognition from the EHDA jury.
Energy-minded technologies and custom touches fill this luxury house in southern Utah's Red Rock country.
After sitting vacant for 35 years, the old South Hills High School has been transformed into energy-efficient seniors housing.
Phase seven of Tacoma Housing Authority's Salishan redevelopment achieves LEED-Platinum.
The San Francisco LEED-Platinum multifamily project mirrors the scale of the surrounding buildings.
All of the products that went into this Austin house were surveyed to ensure that they were toxin-free.
Performance-enhancing features are packed into this 1,300-square-foot Rhode Island retreat.
This 80-year-old Rhode Island home has retained its original character after undergoing a sustainable makeover.
Milwaukee straw-bale project blurs the lines between modern and traditional with an added touch of whimsy.
This transit-oriented development in Fremont, Calif., provides energy-efficient housing for low-income residents.
This remodeling project proves that an existing home can be modestly modernized to meet new design ideals and performance requirements.
The compact footprint of this LEED-Platinum Texas home preserves existing live oak trees and promotes passive design.
The condo community achieved LEED-Platinum thanks in part to its walkable urban location.
Nestled inside Colorado's Phantom Canyon Ranch Preserve, the LEED-Gold home offers unobstructed views of the Rocky Mountains.
A pioneering house fares well during sustainability's ascent.
Photovoltaics manufacturer Semprius sets a new benchmark for PV efficiency.
The industry is entering a new era in sustainable design, with focus returning to architecture.
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Meet the 17 winners of our annual competition for innovative design of high-performance housing.
The 1-gpf unit uses the power of water and gravity to create a powerful flush.
The RotoStorm II offers easy portability and durability.
The Energy Star-rated unit controls bathroom exhaust fans based on moisture levels.
The Livewall system features built-in nozzles for integrated mist irrigation.
Vizia RF+ offers one-touch management of lights and appliances.
The icomfort allows homeowners to adjust indoor temperatures from anywhere in the world.
The Torre model features a no-frost technology to keep food fresher longer.
Delta-Vent SA creates an air- and watertight seal to improve energy efficiency.
Restoration Millwork is made from cellular PVC.
Tronic electric units offer up to 99% efficiency.
The 22-watt model is ideal for larger and steeper attic spaces.