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When it comes to green building, quality is job one.
Today’s photovoltaics are smaller, more efficient, less expensive, and better looking than ever.
Performance requirements for wood-framed wall systems have changed considerably. Here’s how to meet today’s conditions and set new standards.
Affordable community of straw bale homes looks to achieve zero net energy within five years.
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Sustainable building experts at PCBC provide tips for going green without breaking the bank.
The Grupe Co. is one of 150 builders committed to collectively building 220,000 high-performance homes by 2012.
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...
Deltec Homes leads a team of builders on a four-day quest to construct a storm-proof, green home and church.
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...
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Technology and Commonsense Design Are Your Dest Defenses Against Moisture