Turning a Barn Into an Energy-Smart House

Boy and grandmother on front porch

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

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 couple standing in remodeled kitchen

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

Graphic of heating and cooling circulating through a house

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

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.

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.

Adjustable height kitchen sink

Using universal design principals, your home can adapt to your changing lifestyle needs.

Man showing ductwork to Pete and Megan

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

Turning a barn into an energy-smart home