Green Project of the Week: River Sol
River Sol, built by James Fagan Construction, is the world’s sixth Living Certified residence and second in Bend, Ore. The
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Sustainable Design
Eco-friendly interior design takes center stage
Throughout 2026, there has been one consistent theme: sustainability is no longer just a trend but a standard in modern
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Green Project of the Week: Sun Gazing House
The Sun Gazing House, built by Tall Pines Construction, is the first LEED Platinum-certified home in Utah. This net-zero home
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Legislation aims to advance plug-in solar in New York
The Sunny Act aims to cut red tape that blocks the installation of plug-in solar systems in single-family homes, apartments,
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Green Project of the Week: Hill House
Green Hammer Design Build’s Hill House is a modern net-zero energy house tucked into the ledges along the Rogue River
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Green Project of the Week: Modern Victorian House
In a collaboration with Joseph Design Builds, Revent Builds designed a project that blends sustainable features with the beauty of
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Green Project of the Week: Harmony
The Harmony project is a 2,540-square-foot home designed with passive solar design, advanced framing and a battery system. Certified with
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Smart technology fuses with sustainable kitchen design
The modern kitchen is no longer just a place for cooking, but also a center of innovation, sustainability and personal
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5 steps for a sustainable remodel
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) highlighted five steps remodelers and designers can take to make their projects more
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Green Project of the Week: Sustainable Off-Grid Home
This off-grid passive house, built by Old Town Design Build, sits in the Colorado Front Range, harmonizing views and sustainability.
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Developer aims to add passive homes to Bloomington-Normal
In an attempt to address the housing shortage in Bloomington-Normal, Ill., Rebecca Johnson, CEO and founder of COII, is planning
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Green Project of the Week: Awbrey Butte Net Zero Craftsman
Solaire Homebuilders’ net-zero, electric, custom craftsman home in Bend, Ore., was designed to be sustainable and reflective of the homeowners’
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New wildfire prevention rules could override building restrictions in Oregon
New wildfire-resistant building standards are taking effect across Central Oregon, requiring fire-hardened materials in new home construction. The measure allows
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Homeowners want sustainable interior designs
In 2026, the biggest interior design trends homeowners are embracing sustainability, comfort and personality. From furniture selections to floor plans,
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Green Project of the Week: Anahola Residence
Once completed, the Anahola Residence by Hawaii Off Grid Architecture will be the first of its kind in the state,
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Biophilic design takes over interiors
Biophilic interior design is one of the most influential design trends shaping modern homes. This design approach aims to bring
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Sustainable furniture is redefining interior design
As awareness about fast, mass-produced furniture’s environmental impact grows, home furnishings that use eco-friendly materials are redefining interior design. Sustainable
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2026 Florida Construction Laws and Updates
In Florida, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for residential construction and the state’s overall dedication to
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Senate passes plug-in solar bill in California
The Senate voted 35-1 to pass SB 868, the Plug and Play Solar Act. SB 868 streamlines approvals for plug-in
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Bryant neighborhood celebrates clean energy milestone
As part of a grant-supported pilot project, two homes were connected to receive and store renewable and reliable energy from
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Florida buyers want resilience in their luxury homes
Building a luxury, waterfront property in South Florida is about more than designing a beautiful project; that beautiful project must
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Homeowners prioritize sustainable interior design
Luxury living is being redefined by sustainability. The focus of interior design is shifting towards creating spaces that prioritize well-being,
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Green Project of the Week: Spark Side Passive House
As a Phius-certified Passive House, Spark Side, designed by Kaplan Thompson Architects, requires 90% less energy to heat and cool
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Green Project of the Week: Element House
Element House, designed by Solstice Planning and Architecture, is a 3,700 square-foot, LEED Platinum certified home in Sarasota, Fla. With
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Energy efficiency shifts home design in Texas
Texas homebuilders are leaning into sustainability, including both climate-conscious and energy-efficient features. According to a report by the National Association
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Green Project of the Week: Butterfly Hill
The Butterfly Hill project, built by Studio.e Architecture, is a LEED Silver-certified, self-sustainable eco-luxury masterpiece in a gated community outside
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Architect designs fire-resistant home in Pacific Palisades
Architect and developer Ardie Tavangarian designed and built a fireproof, luxury modular home that can be quickly assembled in the
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Design grounded in wellness and sustainability
Design for wellness and sustainability goes beyond what you may expect. While utilizing materials with recycled content or designing a
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Top materials for sustainable interior design
Sustainable interior design is about creating a home that looks good and functions responsibly, without treating those two goals as
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Green Project of the Week: Saturn Haus
Designed within the desert landscapes of Joshua Tree, The Saturn Haus stands as both a sustainable and architectural marvel. Conceived
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Green Project of the Week: Del Ray Net-Zero Home
Architect Deborah Buelow of Cedar Architecture in Alexandria, Va., not only designed an 8,200-square-foot net-zero home for a family of
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Legislation would make plug-in solar more accessible
A bill proposed to the Legislature this session could result in a small solar array being a mere plug-in away
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Richmond American Homes recognized for sustainability efforts
Richmond American Homes of New Mexico, Inc., a subsidiary of Sekisui House U.S., Inc., was recognized by Powering New Mexico’s
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