Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is an organization that provides simple, sturdy homes. Learn how energy efficiency is a key factor in building these homes.
Habitat for Humanity is an organization that provides simple, sturdy homes. Learn how energy efficiency is a key factor in building these homes.
Our four-part series explores how to handle comfort issues in a new home.
A geodesic design uses interconnected triangles to create a strong, environmentally friendly structure.
You have energy efficient and sustainable options when it comes to framing your new home.
When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.
Modular homes are built in a factory under controlled conditions, then shipped to the homesite and placed on a permanent foundation.
New, energy-efficient homes need new solutions to circulate and ventilate the air inside the home.
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.
An insulated concrete form (ICF) system eliminates the cold drafts typical of wood-frame construction.