Vapor Open Roof Assembly in Zone 6

We want to make a vapor-open, vented cathedral ceiling assembly (so we can add a loft when we have money sometime in the future) for a ~1100sf home in zone…

Logic Vs. Pella

Good evening folks! I'm currently in the process of building a PGH, and I had a question regarding window selection. I'm new to the high performance world, so I've gotten…

Sustainable Homes

How would you define a “Pretty Good” front door?

Trying to pick a front door for our house. It's a large opening, and we're planning for a front door that includes sidelites and a top-lite/transom above the door. So…

Pretty Good Multi-Family Housing?

The PGH organization (and all those behind the discussions) has done excellent work in pointing people toward workable solutions and goals for safe, durable, resilient, comfortable, efficient, and affordable residential…

Zone 4 DER/Remodel – Insulation & Windows

I'm looking to optimize design for a remodel/DER in zone 4 (Cincinnati, OH) to move towards Net Zero and dramatically improve comfort.  All cladding will be removed and exterior insulation…

Input on Detail Where Wall Foam Meets Foundation Foam (Stucco Finish)

EDIT: I've attached a closeup since the image is kinda blurry.  Hello all, my question is explained on the attached detail, but in brief, I'm not sure why my stucco guy…

Passive Solar Glazing

Good morning! I'm currently in the process of designing my own home in Massachusetts, and I'm wondering about the 9-12% glazing rule on the south facing wall. I currently have…

Game goals

What are your game goals and how do you plan to achieve them?

Anyone use or have a source for European Doors

Anyone use https://europeantiltturnwindows.com/ as a supplier for doors?  How is the quality, and customer service from this company?I'd love to hear any suggestions on European style doors.Recently, I received a…