A Vermont house sips energy in a leafy lakeside setting.
Trees killed by insect infestations are given new lives as flooring and paneling.
Modified through a proprietary process, this wood porch flooring stands the test of time.
Rev up any design with a luminaire made from reclaimed bicycle and motorbike chains.
This tankless water heater requires a smaller gas connection than conventional tankless heaters.
This durable countertop is made of a proprietary blend of natural quartz and post-consumer recycled glass.
Federal changes to support mid-rise, mixed-use developments would deliver both environmental and public benefits.
Jazz up any design with these sustainable engineered hardwood panels.
Achieve classic exteriors with this 21st-century wood substitute.
The recycled aluminum tiles made from salvaged aircraft parts really take off.
After evaluating 17 building energy-performance assessments from around the world, a new research paper proposes a classification framework for energy-efficiency evaluation.
Eight outstanding green-building professionals are under consideration for the 2013 award, which includes a $50,000 prize, from The Hanley Foundation, ECOHOME, and BUILDER.
Want to avoid callbacks about moisture infiltration? Deploy a mix of new and old strategies.
A Los Angeles firm creates the ultimate home office.
From the forest to floors or walls, a look at oriented stand board (OSB) manufacturing—and key environmental opportunities—in four steps.
A detailed approach brings Passive House efficiency to a tight infill lot in Salt Lake City.
Manufacturing a sustainable ceramic tile requires more than recycled content.
New laws mean fewer incandescent bulbs. To help you prepare, here is a look at CFL, LED, and halogen options.
We're making some big changes to the print edition of ECOHOME and this is why they're a good thing for you.
This water-saving faucet is a style standout.
Stretch or reach codes help states and jurisdictions push baseline efficiency levels. Could they spur national code development and adoption?
San Francisco and Washington, D.C., top the list.
Opening next month, the Stables net-zero-energy townhomes will be the city's first residential Passive House project.
The initiative will add 200 to 250 LEED-certified homes this year in the San Antonio market.
As the building industry recovers, proper education on building science will be key in terms of both business finances and skilled manpower.
Contest challenged designers to consider the environmental impact of building materials.
Climate change will require paying more attention toindoor environmental quality.
A Florida builder proves that an extra-large home can achieve net zero energy.
Carefully chosen finishes provide superior indoor air quality, comfort, and durability.
Despite exemption from efficiency standards, some types of light bulbs have declined in popularity.
Three recent studies address energy efficiency and home ownership bode well for significant changes to the way buyers finance home purchases.
Separating a home’s structure from its infill components adds durability and flexibility, and extends a home’s lifespan and performance.
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.
The client side of energy modeling.
A thorough but cost-conscious remodel transforms an underachieving northern New England house into the star of its neighborhood.
Insulation is a must of energy-efficient homes. New options offering recycled and renewable materials make the selection and installation processes easier.
Lori Bork Newcomer's designs blend in with Athens's rich architectural history while taking sustainability cues from it.
The competition aims to inspire safe and healthy materials for affordable homes.
The new program will offer two-part certification for net-zero building performance.
The pre-engineered kits are easy to install for decks, fences, and barriers.
The Energy Star-rated bungalow boasts state-of-the-art technology that doesn’t break the bank.
Recycled materials tell tales of past glory in a San Antonio home.
Vision 2020 Water Efficiency chair Paula Kehoe talks about her experiences in government water resource management—and what readers can learn from it.
The Tap unit washes and dries hands right at the sink.
Registration is now underway for PCBC, to be held June 5-6 in San Diego.
The sleek black system fully integrates with roofing shingles for a clean, seamless appearance.
This polyurethane foam insulation is HFC- and PDBE-free.
This award-winning product is made almost entirely from recycled glass and is completely recyclable.
A green spin on the conventional plastic office chairmat.
This 50-gallon water heater uses 62% less energy than typical models.
This 5.1-cu.-ft.-capacity washer was ranked as one of the most efficient products of 2012.
-
Johnson Controls' Coleman brand's display enables fan and airflow control.
The tabletop option to Scraplights is made of repurposed cardboard and is designed to be recycled.
-
CertainTeed gives 15 of its roofing products a new uncoated, ceramic-granule surface.
This porcelain tile looks like hardwood and contains 40% recycled content.
This Energy Star-labeled boiler system is equipped with a heat exchanger.
This 100% recyclable siding mimics the appearance of wood siding.
The Prestige 2.0 programmable thermostat meets the needs of both residential and light commercial applications.
Michelle Desiderio talks with ECOHOME about her organization’s new name, the recently released 2012 version of the National Green Building Standard, and challenges facing green home builders and remodelers.
Vision 2020 chair Robert Sahadi explains how we’re in a paradigm shift regarding energy efficiency and how long-term strategies will move the market toward full valuation of these efforts.
_hero_tcm131-1816566.jpg)
The Naturally Northwest Collection features low-VOC adhesives and finishes.
Vision 2020 Energy Efficiency + Building Performance chair Dennis Creech believes energy efficiency can't be judged by an Energy Star or HERS score alone.
Vision 2020 Energy Efficiency + Building Science co-chair Mark LaLiberte explains how to systematically improve the building industry.
Several builders, remodelers and home building professionals were honored recently as winners of the NAHB’s National Green Building Awards.
Built Green-certified home and guest house make use of every square inch and dollar in an ultra-expensive city.
Tom Lent, Vision 2020 chair and policy director of the Healthy Building Network, helped to spark a growing interest in materials and health.
An energy-efficiency loan is key to the success of the Active House USA project.
-
Katie Weeks, editor-in-chief of ECOHOME and ECO-STRUCTURE magazines talks with Doug Bennett about the Southern Nevada Water Authority's conservation efforts.
Rethinking how you discuss the value of energy efficiency can improve your bottom line.
The “much-needed” rule will help building pros select countertops based on environmental attributes.
Building professional says a budget-friendly energy-efficient home requires going back to basics.
Vision 2020 chair Allison Ewing on the softer side of performance and the need to step away from additive design.
_HERO_tcm131-1793155.jpg)
The Energy Department's new online tool will provide free, reliable building science information.
Vision 2020 chair Tedd Benson of Bensonwood Homes says delivering homes built on the Vitruvian imperative at scale is key to making a difference.
New program is geared toward home performance and energy upgrade professionals.
Notable changes impact energy requirements and scoring of remodeling projects.
The ultra-efficient house will blend in with 100-year-old neighboring dwellings.
The Revitalize Home saves up to 30 percent on energy costs with air sealing and insulation alone.
Green builders of all sizes can learn from early adopters of the year-old standard.
The New Norris House continues a tradition of simple, affordable design but with less impact on local resources.
Cross-disciplinary panel of sustainability experts to build on the findings of the 2012 initiative.
Agency administrator battled with Congress over carbon emissions regulations.