A Modern California Home Wrapped in Rockwool Insulation for Energy Efficiency and Fire Resistance
The designer and builder of the 2018 Fine Homebuilding House detail why they chose mineral-wool batts and high-density boards for all of their insulation needs.
Tour the California FHB House in Person
Join us in Nevada City, CA, on March 21 for a presentation about and a guided tour of this modern energy-efficient home.
A Houseful of Cabinets and Built-ins
Flat-pack cabinets and parts provide a lot of style options.
Preparing for Tile
Schluter membranes work for waterproofing and uncoupling.
FHB House Video: Finding High Performance in Good Design
This hand-crafted, modern house balances a contemporary design connected to the land with enviable energy efficiency.
Wide-Plank Flooring
Floors that will record the story of our house.
FHB House Video: Insulation, Air-sealing, and Mechanical Details
An overview of the materials and systems that will lead to big energy savings and comfort.
Minisplit Heat Pumps Efficiently Heat and Cool this House
Three indoor units provide the right mix of comfort and efficiency for this well-insulated but complex floor plan.
Reducing A New Home’s Resource Footprint
An organized waste stream and the use of recycled building materials were key to keeping the trash-to-materials ratio low.
Sponsored Content
A Home Completely Wrapped in Metal Roofing and Siding
Bridger Steel’s standing seam metal roofing and siding creates clean lines for a modern exterior

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