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Maintaining Traditional Character on a Narrow Lot
The design team made sure this new-build home maximized the site while fitting in with the historical character of its neighborhood.
Steel Sheet Piling Supports This House in the Dunes
This seasonal lakehouse retreat sits on top of a bluff with a modern open plan and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Modern House in the Trees
This home includes expanses of glass, including glass floors, that encapsulate tree-canopy views.
Ryan Shanahan, Zero-Energy Retrofits Manager
This energy-efficiency expert focuses on the benefits of building energy-smart homes beyond saving money.
Podcast 474: PRO TALK With Production Manager Morgan Thomas
In this Pro-Talk podcast, Patrick talks to Morgan Thomas, production manager for Leff Construction, a design/build firm in Sebastopol, Calif.
Podcast 473: Heat Rising, Removing Chimneys, and Undersized Nailer Nails
Ian, Andrew, and Patrick hear from listeners about design software and building costs before taking questions about heat flow, removing a chimney, and the right nails for sheathing.
Remodeling to Achieve Passive House Standards
Watch as architect Elizabeth DiSalvo walks us through how she and her team transformed this large but dark house into a spacious, quiet, and energy-efficient home.
Dos and Don’ts of a Pretty Good House
Two example assemblies demonstrate how to incorporate low-carbon strategies for better comfort and energy savings.
Systems and Products for an All-Electric Small Home
Learn how to choose windows, doors, HVAC, plumbing systems, and finishes with sustainability and healthful materials in mind.
What Is a Smart-Home Integrator?
For a reliable and easy-to-use home automation system, work with a professional integrator.

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