Turning a Barn Into an Energy-Smart House

Geodesic dome home

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pete and Megan talking with homeowners

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

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.

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.

Turning a barn into an energy-smart home