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Green Building281 Stories

Houzz Tour: Victorian's Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep
Houzz ToursHouzz Tour: Victorian's Beauty Is More Than Skin Deep
By Kate Burt
A London home keeps its historic facade but is otherwise rebuilt to be a model of modern energy-efficiency
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4 Ways Green Roofs Help Manage Stormwater
Green Building4 Ways Green Roofs Help Manage Stormwater
By Falon Mihalic
See how a living roof of any size can have a big impact
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11 Reasons to Live in a House of Straw
Green Building11 Reasons to Live in a House of Straw
By Liz Durnan
Don’t be fooled by the old folk tale. Straw bales are a strong, functional and good-looking building material
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Building Green: How Your Home Ties Into Its Community
Green BuildingBuilding Green: How Your Home Ties Into Its Community
By Steven Randel
You can reduce your environmental footprint in a number of ways. Here are some ideas to consider when deciding where to live
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Houzz Tour: Off-the-Grid Island Home Circles a Sunny Courtyard
Green BuildingHouzz Tour: Off-the-Grid Island Home Circles a Sunny Courtyard
By Mitchell Parker
A circular home is a cozy spot for gardening, woodworking and plenty of reading
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Zero Net Energy: A Hardworking-House Term to Know
Green BuildingZero Net Energy: A Hardworking-House Term to Know
By Steven Randel
Homes that consume only as much energy as they produce by renewable means are a goal for builders. Learn what ZNE means for you
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Two Homes Focus on Community
CommunityTwo Homes Focus on Community
By Claire McCall
Energy-efficient houses in New Zealand adopt a neighborly point of view
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How Thermal Mass Keeps You Warm and Cool
ArchitectureHow Thermal Mass Keeps You Warm and Cool
By Liz Durnan
Passive solar design makes use of this element. Here’s how it works and how you can get it in your home
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How to Add a Radiant Heat System
Great Home ProjectsHow to Add a Radiant Heat System
By Mariana Pickering
Enjoy comfy, consistent temperatures and maybe even energy savings with hydronic heating and cooling
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122
Kitchen of the Week: Good Looking and Accessible to All
Universal DesignKitchen of the Week: Good Looking and Accessible to All
By Jeannie Matteucci
Universal design features and sustainable products create a beautiful, user-friendly kitchen that works for a homeowner on wheels
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Houzz Tour: Home Keeps Its Place on ‘Sustainability Street’
Green BuildingHouzz Tour: Home Keeps Its Place on ‘Sustainability Street’
By Kate McKee
Materials are reused and recycled in a midcentury brick bungalow for an energy-efficient remodel and addition
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