Building Matters
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Licensed for Catastrophe
A national licensing program could enable legitimate and reputable out-of-town contractors to provide relief after a natural disaster
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Sizing Up the Carbon Problem
Carbon accounting can help lower the environmental impact of building projects. It's not an easy task, but there are some useful tools available.
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Of Remodeling and Networking
Noodling through a remodeling project with a little help from my friends
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How To Talk About Building Science
Building science is complicated. When talking to clients or new employees, keep it simple.
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The Art of the Possible
The worst that can happen is we build more economical, durable, healthy, and comfortable homes
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It’s Not that Hard… Or Is It?
A new blogger introduces himself, doubts and all
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A Case for Double-Stud Walls
Straightforward construction, common materials, and low embodied carbon are some of the benefits of this well-insulated assembly
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Climate Change for Builders: The Biggest Opportunity
Faced with consequences equivalent to a giant asteroid set to hit the earth in 10 to 50 years, we designers and builders owe it to the future to do our part—and we need to start right now
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How to Choose Black Siding
If you want to paint your siding a dark color, select the material carefully
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A Pretty Good House in the Sierra Nevada
Designed and built with best practices and some experimentation, this home is tight, well-insulated, and zero-energy ready
