Building Science and Techniques

  • Commentary: The Long Haul

    When it comes to green building, quality is job one.

     
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    Next-generation PVs

    Today’s photovoltaics are smaller, more efficient, less expensive, and better looking than ever.

     
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    Dynamic Conditions

    Performance requirements for wood-framed wall systems have changed considerably. Here’s how to meet today’s conditions and set new standards.

     
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    Case Study: Lopez Island, Wash.

    Affordable community of straw bale homes looks to achieve zero net energy within five years.

     
  • Green Building Can Be Sensible and Cost-Effective

    Sustainable building experts at PCBC provide tips for going green without breaking the bank.

     
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    California Builder Joins DOE Builders Challenge

    The Grupe Co. is one of 150 builders committed to collectively building 220,000 high-performance homes by 2012.

     
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    84 Lumber Expands into the FSC-Certified Wood Market

    Twenty-six locations operated by 84 Lumber Co., one of the nation’s leading lumber dealers, now are selling Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified wood. The FSC Chain of Custody Certification ensures that wood products meet the organization’s rigid standards from raw materials through...

     
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    'Extreme Makeover' Goes Green in New Orleans

    Deltec Homes leads a team of builders on a four-day quest to construct a storm-proof, green home and church.

     
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    Managing Moisture: The Building Shell

    Of the many principles incorporated into green building, moisture management is key to succeeding in at least two: health (in terms of avoiding mold) and durability (in terms of avoiding premature deterioration of materials). And while the business of building homes gets more difficult and more...

     
  • Barriers to Entry

    Technology and Commonsense Design Are Your Dest Defenses Against Moisture