Turning a Barn Into an Energy-Smart House

Trusses in an attic

Your roof and attic play the most crucial role in your home's energy efficiency system, reducing your energy costs during the winter and summer.

Geodesic dome home

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

Graphic of heating and cooling circulating through a house

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

Man installing steel framing

You have energy efficient and sustainable options when it comes to framing your new home.

Trombe wall on the interior of a home

Using the sun's stored energy to heat your home reduces your conventional energy consumption.

Pete and Megan talking with homeowners

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

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.

Volunteers joining hands

Habitat for Humanity is an organization that provides simple, sturdy homes. Learn how energy efficiency is a key factor in building these homes.

Pete and couple standing in remodeled kitchen

This kitchen remodel features a new window, energy-efficient lighting, new appliances and side-wall insulation.

Turning a barn into an energy-smart home