Green Homes
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A High-Performance Building Envelope for a Net-Zero Energy House
Working out trouble spots during the design phase helps keep a demonstration house on time and on budget
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High-Performance Building in a Humid Climate
A new home in the Southeast demonstrates effective strategies for controlling moisture, creating efficiencies, and ensuring comfort
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A Builder’s Home, Done Right
Starting with stock plans, a builder prioritized envelope details and made modifications to fit his family and their future
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Trombe Wall Solution
A strategy for radiant heat gain addresses the challenge of siting a Passive House due north
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A First-Time Builder Demonstrates a Keen Understanding of Building Science, Part Two
Everett Kramer is still busy testing and installing new systems and products
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High-Performance Modern Design
A few solutions for achieving a contemporary aesthetic and ambitious energy goals
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Building Science Meets HOUSES by Design
Three projects, multiple challenges, and a few pretty pictures
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A First-Time Builder Demonstrates a Keen Understanding of Building Science
After years of research, Everett Kramer is building his family home using leading-edge green-building strategies
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Building for a Benchmark
Turning challenges into opportunities, TC Legend Homes secures Built Green certification for this new build in Seattle.
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A Solar-Centric Build
Energy-smart technologies and contemporary architectural details make this house an excellent example of streamlined net-zero design
