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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Sustainable Design
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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Planning for permanence pays off at Rancho Mission Viejo
Communities across the United States are facing a shared challenge, how to accommodate growth while preserving the environmental systems that
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New York receives $150 million to expand heat pump installations
On April 13, 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that up to $150 million in supplemental funding is now available to
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Alaska allocates $7 million to build energy-efficient homes
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and the Alaska State Legislature allocated $7 million from the 2025 Capital Budget to a New
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Sustainable Interior Design Trends for Every Room
More clients are actively looking for sustainable interior design concepts that strike a balance between fashion, utility and environmental responsibility.
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The Importance of Fire-Resistant Landscape Design
When it comes to wildfires, one of the most effective risk reduction strategies is fire-resistant landscaping. Often referred to as
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Green Project of the Week: Providence Net Zero House
Designed by ZeroEnergy Design, the Providence Net Zero House is a 6,692 square foot all-electric, single-family residence on Providence’s East
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New study analyzes indoor air quality in homes
A study by Reinders Corporation, a climate solutions company, analyzed environmental data from the spring and summer in Fort Worth,
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Ways to boost a project’s wildfire resilience
With the wildfire season approaching, resilience and endurance must be at the forefront of homebuilding. Changing building features or materials
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Green Project of the Week: Zen House
Zen House by Minarc blends modern minimalism, nature, and sustainability into a sleek two-story residence, as well as a well-integrated Accessory
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Maine advances adoption of heat pump technology
On March 27, 2026, Governor Janet Mills announced $43 million in new Federal funding for Maine to support the installation
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Builders Turn to Steel as Wildfire Threats Rise
Longer fire seasons and persistent drought conditions continue to increase wildfire intensity and frequency. In response, builders are now prioritizing
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Global Solar Panel Market Soars
According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, the solar panel market size is projected to reach $330.4
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Sustainable Construction Practices Reshape the Industry
As developers, engineers and policymakers respond to growing environmental concerns, sustainable construction practices are rapidly reshaping the global building industry.
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Green Project of the Week: Versa Villa
Versa Villa in California, built by Ultra-luxury architect and developer Ardie Tavangarian, is designed to withstand wildfires for up to
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Water efficiency becomes part of sustainable home design
With freshwater remaining in short supply, water efficiency is becoming a key part of sustainable home design. In addition to
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Portable solar panels near approval in Virginia
In an effort to save Virginians money and help them generate their own electricity, legislation allowing for portable solar generation
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Gov. Meyer signs executive order streamlining permit regulations
On Feb. 26, 2026, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer signed an executive order to streamline permitting regulations across the state, making
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Denver launches public process to update energy code
On Feb. 26, 2026, Denver, Colo. launched a public process to update its energy code for new and renovated small
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2026 Landscaping trends highlight sustainability and functionality
Landscaping design is evolving to reflect a stronger emphasis on sustainability, usability and long-term value. Native plantings and climate-appropriate selections
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Coastal Organic, the new sustainable design trend
Coastal organic is a new design trend that incorporates sustainable, wellness-based elements, focusing on interiors that feel open, clean and
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Green Project of the Week: Ohio Passive House
Engineer-turned-builder Stephen Rhodes and his wife Becca Rhodes built Ohio’s first ever Passive House Institute United States (Phius) design certified
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LP Building Solutions launches LP BurnGuard™ FRT OSB
On March 3, 2026, LP Building Solutions (LP) announced the launch of LP BurnGuard™ Fire-Retardant-Treated (FRT) Oriented Strand Board (OSB).
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