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3 Questions Answered About Reliable Energy in Home Construction
Energy expert Bryan Cordill makes a case for why and how propane is an answer to growing concerns about reliability and resilience in home construction
Business
PERC Highlights Sustainability and Efficiency at IBS with 'Clean Build Conversations'
Hear from industry standouts Matt Blashaw and Anthony Carrino at this hour-long Show Village event
Construction
How to Air Seal the Garage
A poorly sealed wall or ceiling between the garage and the main house can let harmful fumes into the living space
New Home
Hosting Multiple Generations for Generations to Come
Despite juggling numerous program and site considerations, architect Joel Wenzel designed a long-lasting, multi-generational retreat that nestles seamlessly into its bucolic surroundings
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NAHB revamps its Green Awards for 2014
For the first time, industry professionals have the opportunity to be recognized across several awards programs for their green building accomplishments.
Green & Sustainable
Chicago green-home tour is an eye opener
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to visit a group of homes that were featured in Chicago’s first GreenBuilt Home Tour. Sponsored by the U.S. Green…
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Attainable sustainability in the ‘hood
Green building has touched nearly every new-home price point in urban areas as well as the suburbs. A recent Chicago Sun-Times article touted…
Design
One-of-a-Kind Green Homes
These custom-built homes make a strong design statement while delivering a high level of energy and resource efficiency.
Energy efficiency
Green homes continue to grow across the U.S.
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced that more than 20,000 homes across the United States have earned certification through the LEED for Homes program.
Building Materials
Canadian study says wood could be good building material for tall structures
A new study examines the potential of wood — typically used only in low-rise building — as an option in taller structures.
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Lean and Green Blog: Finding waste in a barrel
Each week as I think about this weekly blog, I try to find a topic that is not only green, but a universal opportunity. What I mean is no matter how…
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The Lean and Green Blog: Avenues to green
Since the beginning of the Builders' Show in Orlando this month, I have learned more in two weeks than most will learn in a year. From the people I…
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The Lean and Green Builder: Lesson 10 – Knowledgeable sources
In my travels, I have seen a lot of different places, both in the USA and outside. When I travel, one of my favorite activities is finding great…