Design & Planning- Page 2 of 5
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The Problem With Modern Architecture
Even though I’m not a fan, I went in with an open mind
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Calculating Cooling Loads
Part 3 in a series of articles on sizing heating and air conditioning equipment
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How to Perform a Heat-Loss Calculation, Part 1
Let’s begin by discussing outdoor design temperatures and the many ways that heat can escape from a house
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Be the Change You Want to See in the World
Can we apply Gandhi’s advice to building design, and thereby achieve sustainable prosperity?
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High-Performance and Net-Zero Homes — Part 5
For Integrated Project Delivery to work, you need to be inclusive, to establish good communication protocols, and to use an online workspace
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Energy Modeling Isn’t Very Accurate
Before spending time or money on energy modeling, it’s important to know its limitations
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A Net-Zero-Energy Home in Rural Tennessee
An 8-kilowatt photovoltaic array should provide more than enough energy for this efficient new home
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10 Projects, Each Presented in 10 Minutes and 10 Slides
The 10x10x10 Green Building Slam showcases residential and commercial projects that emphasize green principles
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A Petition Strives to Defend a Certain Definition of ‘Passive House’
A newly launched petition is encouraging PHIUS to to use a different name for its building standard and certification program
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A Superinsulated House in Rural Minnesota
A tight building envelope and plenty of insulation mean low energy bills — even for a home with electric resistance heat