Turning a Barn Into an Energy-Smart House

Building materials, blueprints and paint chips

More builders are offering sustainable choices in new home construction. Find out what's available and how it impacts the earth and the bottom line.

Two people walking into a new home

Check out a new neighborhood concept and see how one builder is changing the way homes are built with a goal to use zero energy.

Mom and daughters playing in leaves

When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.

Pete and Megan talking with homeowners

Hear from real homeowners and builders who made energy efficiency a priority.

New home under construction

An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.

house blueprints

Learn about some of the changes for new homes built today. An expert highlights some of the things to consider when building a new home.

Graphic of heating and cooling circulating through a house

Our four-part series explores how to handle comfort issues in a new home.

Boy and grandmother on front porch

A preservation expert shares how to restore an older home economically and energy efficiently.

Geodesic dome home

A geodesic design uses interconnected triangles to create a strong, environmentally friendly structure.

Turning a barn into an energy-smart home