Design and Planning - Page 66 of 439

A design/build team performs a small miracle on a dilapidated 1850s home.

An old barn is transformed into a high-performance home that highlights the structure's original framing.

Code expert Glenn Mathewson describes code-accepted alternatives to digging below the frost line, with a focus on frost-protected shallow foundations.

A homeowners wonders which is smarter: removing or encapsulating the vinyl-asbestos tiles on his basement floor.

A slight curve adds charm, and also a bit of complexity, to the process of siding with cedar shingles.

Getting a first new home out of the ground can be a challenge, so we've assembled some pro tips for making the job go as smoothly as possible.

In this webinar, Passive House expert Enrico Bonilauri shares his strategy for evaluating the wide range of window and door options on the market so you can make the best choice for your budget and your needs.

Take a look at some of the key design details and materials used to clad the outside of the Connecticut FHB House.

The team at the Connecticut FHB House discusses why they saved an old stone chimney, and walks us through the details needed to add masonry veneer to a superinsulated house.

Building-science expert Peter Yost shares what he's learned over years of using blower doors, IR cameras, and other diagnostic tools so you can make the most of your test results.