Architecture and Design - Page 19 of 148

Builder Jason Mollak describes the goals for his custom-home build to accommodate his family of seven.

Learn how a massive concrete wall collects and stores solar energy through a bank of specially placed windows to help heat this Michigan home.

This solar-powered ranch was designed to meet local fire-resistance requirements, including noncombustible roofs and siding with reduced flammability.

This project manager is commited to shifting the building landscape by constructing quality homes and creating a more inclusive environment for builders.

This deep-energy retrofit is the first certified Passive House and net-positive residence in Cold Spring, N.Y.

Asphalt shingles are rare, wood and paint don't hold up to the UV exposure, and shading and drainage are critical.

A retrofit to meet the Passive House standard means upgrading windows, walls, and insulation.

Architectural designer Marianne Cusato draws on her experience designing disaster-recovery homes to offer insight into climate-responsive housing development.

In honor of Earth Day, we've compiled some of Fine Homebuilding's best articles and videos on sustainable design and construction to inspire you to create comfortable homes that save energy and materials and sit more lightly on the land.

Get tips for matching the look and size of moldings to match your home and your personal aesthetic tastes.