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Creating a Kitchen Around an Antique Stove
Classic appliances sometimes require special accommodations for modern-day use.
FHB House 2017: Design
The modified Cape / Farmhouse look fits the neighborhood, appealing to scale-downers and young families.
Reconsidering R-value Recommendations
Does the dropping cost of solar PV systems mean that it's more economical to just install more PV panels and skimp on insulation?
Dense-Pack Cellulose Insulation Done Right
How to tell the difference between a good cellulose insulation job and a bad one.
Affordable Net-Zero Housing: Designed for the Budget
A modern-day interpretation of a Cape meets its energy-efficiency goals by targeting public areas with higher-quality finishes and using builder-grade materials in other places.
FHB House 2017: Mechanicals
From minisplits to radiant heat, the 2017 FHB House mechanicals demonstrate reasonably priced principles of efficient design.
Into the Courtyard
Steps lead down into a conemplative space featuring bamboo and wood-formed concrete.
Running Ducting for an ERV
The Zehnder ventilation system relies on a lot of ducting tubes.
Minisplit System for a Happy Mother-in-Law
The system is sized for temperature control in each room.
Building Codes Meet Good and Best Practices in Simple Guides
A closer look at TechNotes from NAHB and Home Innovation Research Lab.

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