Historic preservation

Man installing steel framing

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

Pete and Megan talking with homeowners

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

Modular home assembly in a factory

Modular homes are built in a factory under controlled conditions, then shipped to the homesite and placed on a permanent foundation.

Megan standing in front of the barn home

A century-old barn gets the ultimate makeover - with lots of energy-smart technology.

New home under construction

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

Man showing ductwork to Pete and Megan

New, energy-efficient homes need new solutions to circulate and ventilate the air inside the home.

Graphic of heating and cooling circulating through a house

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

Cross section of a structural insulated panel

Structural insulated panels, also called SIPs, foam-core panels or stress-skin panels, are significantly more airtight than stud walls.

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.