Architecture and Design

High Design at Home in Nature

A net-zero home sited to connect to its rural setting earns LEED for Homes certification.
Retrofit of a Timber-Frame Farmhouse

A design/build team performs a small mircale on a dilapidated 1850s home.
Celebrating Efficient Post-and-Beam Construction

An old barn is transformed into a high-performance home that highlights the structure's original framing.
Sidewall Shingles With a Flare

A slight curve adds charm, and also a bit of complexity, to the process of siding with cedar shingles.
Foundations for Success

Getting a first new home out of the ground can be a challenge, so we've assembled some pro tips for making the job go as smoothly as possible.
Building a Prototype For Net-Zero Neighborhoods

Green-building strategies and low-carbon materials define the design of this cluster of energy-efficient, solar-powered homes.
A Loft to Meet Code

Satisfying the local requirements for a sleeping loft proved a challenge for the owner of this accessory dwelling unit.
Balanced Performance

A tiny footprint and the use of emerging building strategies were just two of the hurdles when designing this net-zero home.
Kindred Spirits

A home's three bathrooms maintain a consistent style with enough interest to stand on their own.
Timber-Frame Resurrection

Uncovering and reconfiguring hand-hewn timbers results in a character-rich kitchen.

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