We're greening up our new office by replacing the incandescent light bulbs with Earthmate energy saving bulbs. By using Earthmate bulbs, we will use an average of 75% less electricity, help...

If you think you're living sustainably and are up for a little challenge, check out Consumer Consequences, an interactive game designed to illustrate the impact of our...

Many energy efficient home designs include radiant floor heat. More efficient than forced-air heating or baseboard heat, radiant heat delivers several benefits to homeowners: less allergens...

Trends in home design are moving away from specific rooms and space to materials and energy efficiency. This delightful (and beneficial) competition between neighbors, communities, and states to...

Green homes stem from an overall concert for their environment. Their design, materials, and systems set them apart from conventional homes. For example, green homes outperform conventional homes...

Mold and mildew can not only cause structural problems in a home, they are the cause of many illnesses and allergies – making them one of your home’s worst enemies. Cleaning and getting rid of mold can be a very difficult, expensive, and time...

<span style=";font-family:";" >A new press release generated by the American Institute of Architects reports a positive change in the number of inquiries for possible new projects, calling this “an early <span style=";font-family:";" >signal towards...

November 5, 2009 - The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) today applauded Congress for passing legislation that will extend and expand the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit, stating that this will provide a much-needed boost to the...

Building in different localities means addressing issues specific to your site location. Here are some design issues to consider when building a home… On a mountaintop: Views Terrain and slope Solar gain Prevailing winds On a lake: Views Solar...

Join us for our next free seminar on Designing and Building a Custom Home! Seminar topics include: Property: What to look for when buying land Custom home design: The steps involved in designing your home and energy efficient options, including...