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FHB House 2023: A New Life for an Abandoned House
This year, the 2023 Fine Homebuilding House showcases a complete remodel and energy retrofit of a previously abandoned home.
Introducing Fine Homebuilding House 2023
FHB House New York aims to empower the building community with the information needed to retrofit homes with the most efficient and resilient assemblies, systems, and materials.
Podcast 569: Bath Fan Installs, Sunroom Trim, and Basement Control Layers
Induction cooking, battery pack adapters, HVAC in the attic, bath fans, exterior trim, health benefits of fireplaces, and basement air- and water-management.
Podcast 569: Members-only Aftershow — Rob Yagid’s Addition
Rob talks about the two-story addition to his home.
Mud-Free Work Area
Woven stabilization mats (used for roadbeds) keep mud outside a house being remodeled.
Small But Versatile Second-Floor Addition
With this renovation, the goal was to take the space occupied by a little-used second-floor deck adjacent to an art studio and incorporate it into the rest of the postmodern shingle-style house built in 1995.
Podcast 531: Member’s-only Aftershow — ADUs Are a Solution
The crew talks about auxiliary dwelling units and how they can improve neighborhoods and help solve the housing shortage.
Podcast 505: Dirty Band Joists, Taping Roof Sheathing, and Affordable High-Performance Windows
Winterizing foundations, lazy additions, air-sealing band joists, and good windows at a reasonable price.
Podcast 483: Recalled Electrical Panels, Drainage Behind Brick, and Lazy Additions
Andrew, Ian, and Patrick hear from listeners about HVAC myths and mapping electrical systems, before taking questions about recalled electrical panels, finishing basement ceilings, and water management behind brick.
Infill Addition to a Classic Farmhouse
By connecting the home to the detached garage, the architects of this hillside home made space for a home office and guest area.

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