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Tranquility
Inspired by Japanese architecture, this home also exceeds Vermont Energy Star standards.
Blower-Door-Assisted Air-Sealing
A blower door and an IR camera help locate air leaks.
Transforming Raw Steel into a Warm Surround
A custom cut and finished steel fireplace is the focal point in this space.
Episode 27: Ideas for Building a House on a Budget
How small can you go and still fit three bedrooms?
How to Install Windows in a Wall With Exterior Insulation
Mike Guertin demonstrates the entire process, from preparing the rough openings and sills to taping seams to make each window well air-sealed and watertight.
A Kitchen That Balances Traditional and Contemporary Styles
An open plan, natural light, and a custom island designed for a family's needs.
Tailgate: Interview with Andrew Legge
This founder at Havelock Wool uses wool from New Zealand to create natural, alternative insulation.
Do I Need a Vapor Retarder?
Most buildings don’t need polyethylene anywhere, except directly under a concrete slab or on a crawlspace floor.
Insulating an Old Cottage
Learn how to insulate a house that has no exterior wall sheathing.
Drywall Repairs and Vapor Barriers
While air barriers need to be continuous and without holes to work effectively, vapor barriers don’t have to be free of holes.

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