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Wood and Steel in Seattle
This home's open spaces feature architectural concrete walls supported by substantial wood and steel beams.
Leah Karmaker, Design and Project Coordinator at Just Housing
This designer of zero-energy homes is passionate about healthy, durable, and accessible housing.
When the Unexpected Happens, Have a Plan
Don't buy in to the TV show nightmares—when you uncover something unforeseen on a remodeling project, take these steps to keep the process moving and fix the issue.
Sharper Shovels
Use a flap disc on a grinder to create a sharp edge that will slice through soil.
Money Matters for Owner-Builders
Understand the difference between estimating and cost planning, and don't let your sweat equity evaporate into budgeting mistakes.
Podcast Episode 640: Heating and Cooling a Shop, Hardwood over Crawlspaces, and Living in a Pretty Good House
Listeners write in about kiln-dried pressure-treated lumber, bad deck details, and insulating attics. They ask questions about conditioning a shop, vapor control under hardwood, and building a pretty good house.
Secrets of Thermal Imaging
Diagnose comfort problems and building deficiencies without tearing the house apart.
The Beloved Farmhouse
Understand the hallmarks of this informal style, whether you’re designing a new home or remodeling a classic.
FHB Podcast Segment: How Do You Find an Affordable Way to Do High-Performance?
In this Fine Homebuilding Podcast Segment, the team provides expert advice on affordable prefab options for high-performance homes.
FHB Podcast Segment: Keep Pipes From Freezing in an Exterior Wall
In this Fine Homebuilding Podcast Segment, remodeler Jerry discusses insulating pipes with Rockwool & EPS foam to prevent freezing.

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