Built Sustainable in all Shapes and Sizes
Vienna Zero Energy sets a new building standard in Virginia and raises the bar for sustainable design, earning the Custom
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In this issue
Wellness Real Estate and Communities
In the most recent wave (May–June 2025) of the America at Home Study, “improves my health and wellness” was the
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Designing Passively in an Urban Environment
Lauren Thomsen Design defies notions that sustainable single-family building is impossible in cities, GHB awards the Northern Liberties Passive Rowhouse
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It’s Time to Recognize Japanese Building Excellence
Green Home Builder’s Builder of the Year Award recognizes Ichijo USA who brings innovative and efficient design to the United
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The evolution of the professional smart home industry
Over the past several decades, smart home technology has undergone a dramatic shift. As lifestyles have become more connected and
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Green Home Builder interviews Mike Frey
Green Home Builder asks Mike Frey, Vice President of Noyes Development, questions about the current and future state of green
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Malo Paso hides in Plain Sight
 A once in a lifetime opportunity executed with elegance Blending into the hillside in Monterey County, a sprawling custom home,
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Clearing the Path for Sustainable Residential Construction
As homebuilders work to differentiate themselves and provide a high-performance home to their customers, RESNET’s Network of HERS Raters provide
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Sustainable Building Strategies
Enhancing your building practices can optimize energy efficiency and comfort while protecting structures from moisture and environmental stressors Sustainable building
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Low-Tech, High-Performance
Passive Strategies for Reducing Operational Carbon According to Architecture 2030, drawing on data from the International Energy Agency (IEA) and
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Prioritizing Fire-Resistant Features is a Sound Investment
Western homebuilders are integrating fire-resistant materials and features to safeguard communities in high-risk regions Living in the Western U.S. comes
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Introducing Aster, a new Zero Energy Ready Home Community
Inside the 2025 Gold Nugget Award winning Best One-of-a-Kind Home The Zero Energy Ready community, Aster, sits in an idyllic
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Making the Most of NGBS in a Tough Housing Market
The housing market is a grind right now. High interest rates, cost escalation and tight credit have slowed buyer traffic
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Passive Design Goes Beyond Sustainability
Passive house design delivers healthier and energy-efficient homes that lower costs while supporting climate responsiveness and regenerative communities. Today’s land
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10 Key Marketing Moves for New Home Builders
In today’s fast-evolving housing market, green is no longer a niche, it is the expectation. Buyers want homes that work
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The GHB Interview: Aaron Smith, CEO, Energy & Environmental Building Alliance
Industry expert discusses how builders can better their practices sustainably, transition to a water-smart society and what’s next for green
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2023: A Pivotal Year in the Transition to a Clean Energy Future
By Jonathan Passe In 1995, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) first offered the fledgling ENERGY STAR® label for new
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Creating Healthier Homes and Communities
Designing in concert with the land minimizes environmental impact and improves occupants’ well-being By Jillian Pritchard Cooke Taking a holistic
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Managing Climate Change Costs
New tools have emerged to help navigate the increasing impacts of weather-related events By Patrick Duffy With recent climate data
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The GHB Interview: Bill Greene, Chairman, National Green Building Standard Green Advisory Group
NGBS chair reflects on 2023 trends while also discussing third-party certification and what 2024 has in store Green Home Builder:
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Innovation and Appeal Meet in Prescott Valley
Mandalay Homes and Mosaic team up on a sustainable, master planned community in Northern Arizona Nestled in the hills of
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Going Off The Grid in California
KB Home’s all-electric, solar- and battery-powered, microgrid communities are the first of its kind in the Golden State For the
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The Future is a Bright Shade of Green
The impact of sustainable construction and green certifications on building By Kyle Abney If you don’t know where you are
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Green Building and Sustainable Housing Trends in 2022
RESNET works to advocate for energy efficient homes and lead the path to net zero energy homes By Valerie BriggsÂ
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EEBA 2022 Trends
The steady increase in demand for electrification and decarbonization in homes By Aaron Smith The Energy and Environmental Building Alliance
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The GHB Interview: Kim Heaver, VP of Conferences & Events, U.S. Green Building Council
The future of the green building movement Green Home Builder: Tell me about the Greenbuild International Conference & Expo. What
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The Incentives of Certified Builds
Third-party certifications increase the value and desirability of a home By Hanna Heiss With 2021 having marked the highest level
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Ensuring a Net Positive Future for Green Building
The Net Zero Accelerator speeds and scales innovations to get us there By Colin Mangham I cut my teeth in
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Prefab Houses: A New Way to Build
Changing the way prefab houses are built by integrating energy efficiency into the process By Yvonne Nguyen Nestled in between
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Addressing the Needs of the People
Affordable housing development to bring energy efficiency and greenery to Harlem By Louis Koehl For nearly five decades, the East
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Green Building For All
Green building is key to affordable housing By Sophie Mullinax Green-built homes afford their residents countless benefits. Healthier indoor air
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Designing Naturally: Enhancing Interior Spaces Through Biophilia
Escape urban living while fulfilling a desire for nature to be a more prominent part of daily life By Sarah
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