Alternative Materials for Home Construction
The construction industry is undergoing a transformation, with builders moving away from carbon-intensive concrete and steel, instead moving toward regenerative
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Construction Management
California’s State-Mandated ‘Zone Zero’ Requirements
On Feb. 12, 2026, the City of San Diego notified residents of state-mandated “Zone Zero” wildfire safety requirements for all
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Modern home windows improve energy efficiency
Modern windows are one of the most efficient tools to improve energy efficiency and reduce monthly utility costs, playing a
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Seattle plans to remove SEPA Review Hurdle
The Seattle City Council has advanced legislation to make those exemptions permanent and significantly limit SEPA for commercial development. The
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Future homes might be framed with recycled plastic
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) engineers are using recycled plastic to 3D print construction-grade beams, trusses and other structural
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City Ventures open eco-responsible homes in La Habra
On Feb. 5, 2026, City Ventures, California’s leading builder of solar-powered, ecologically responsible homes, announced the official Grand Opening of
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Zone Barriers in Solar Installation
Communities are eager to begin installing solar panels on homes and businesses, offering energy resilience and easing financial burdens. However,
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Climate Change is Driving Design Decisions
In 2025, sustainable design will become a defining feature of modern housing, blending environmental responsibility with high-end living rather than
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Eight Policy Trends in Water-Wise Development and Land Use
Across the United States, real estate development is increasingly constrained by limited freshwater supplies, a challenge compounded by federal efforts
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21 Sustainable Green Home Architecture Ideas for 2025
Sustainable living has become an essential part of modern home design as energy costs rise, environmental concerns grow and homeowners
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City Launches Pilot Program for Engineered Wood Construction
Santa Monica has launched a one-year pilot program to encourage the use of mass timber in large multifamily and commercial
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