While home ownership remains an important goal for many, the ongoing operational cost of living in that home can be a real eye opener. Beyond the expected mortgage payments and property taxes, new homeowners are often shocked by the high energy bills for heating and…
If the 2019 Austin Modern Home Tour is any indication, the city of Austin, Texas, continues to deliver on its reputation as a hotbed for modern architecture. Featuring a dozen tour homes spread around metro Austin plus an enclave of mid-century modern homes in the…
The modern homeowner doesn’t put up with wastefulness in their household. No, nowadays the residential realm is all about sustainability and aiding the preservation of the environment—not just for the sake of Mother Earth, but for the sake of their family budget as well. Through…
As technology marches forward, the materials we use for constructing our homes continually evolves. In many cases, building products manufacturers are developing hybrid, synthetic, and metallic materials designed to supplant conventional wood, which can bring higher durability, contribute to sustainability, or add architectural interest. That's…
Passive housing is fast becoming one of the most sought-after types of accommodation as homeowners realize the energy-saving (and indeed bill-reducing) and sustainability potential of this fascinating concept. In a passive house, a steady, comfortable temperature is maintained in every room, so you won’t go…
Your home’s exterior not only has a significant impact on its value, but also serves as a first impression for visitors. Careful exterior design choices can also give you a sense of pride and enhance your experience as a homeowner. However, aesthetics aren't the only…
Orchestrated by Green Builder Media CEO Sara Gutterman and her team, the 2017 Sustainability Symposium brought together a strong bench of speakers and an enthusiastic audience of professionals from across a broad spectrum of sustainability-oriented disciplines. Held in Orlando, Florida, the day before the opening of the…
High-performing homes can take many forms, and at a passing glance it can be quite difficult to determine whether a given structure may be a paragon of energy efficiency and sustainability. While there are no hard-and-fast rules for making such a visual evaluation on the…
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