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FHB House 2017: Design
The modified Cape / Farmhouse look fits the neighborhood, appealing to scale-downers and young families.
FHB House 2017: Mechanicals
From minisplits to radiant heat, the 2017 FHB House mechanicals demonstrate reasonably priced principles of efficient design.
FHB House 2017: Siding and Trim
Using Boral's TruExterior Siding & Trim offers a sharp, clean look for the exterior of the house.
Insulating Beyond the Code
The insulation that makes this FHB House energy efficient went way above and beyond code minimum.
Installing Vinyl-Frame, Triple-Glazed Windows
These quality windows offer warmth, no condensation on the interior, and somewhat higher R-values.
FHB House 2017: Roofing
Oriented for solar and packed with 20 inches of insulation, the FHB House roof is the topper on this high-performance production home.
FHB House 2017: Framing
The double-sided assembly gives the project its 12-in.-thick walls.
Designing and Pouring an Insulated Slab
See how to detail the footings, sub-slab insulation, vapor barrier, and sill plates for a simple, cost-effective slab-on-grade foundation.
FHB House 2017: Introducing a Net-Zero, Production-Style Build
The Vermont project balances affordability and energy efficiency.

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