Home Run vs Trunk & Branch Duct Layouts. Which is Better?
Ductwork is a key component to a home ventilation system. The best layout method will vary, due to...
Alan Naditz
Alan Naditz is managing editor of Green Builder Magazine. He has covered numerous industries in his extensive career, including residential and commercial construction, small and corporate business, real estate and sustainability.
The Advantages and Appropriate Use of Light Straw Clay
Of the many natural wall systems to choose from, there are many reasons to choose a light straw...
Embodied Carbon and Operational Carbon
The Climate Impact of Our Buildings. There is a particular urgency regarding the climate impact of...
Pros and Cons of Earthen Masonry Heating Systems
As an alternative to straight up passive solar design, super-efficient masonry heaters may make...
Hardwood Floors over Radiant Flooring: Risks & Alternatives
Installing hardwood floors directly over a concrete slab containing radiant tubing is risky....
HERS Rating a Passive House
An Innovation Design Request filed with RESNET is helping this Iowa DOE Zero Energy Ready Home and...
Rammed Earth: Affordable, and Relatively Unknown
Would it surprise you to learn that Spain's Alhambra palace and the Great Wall of China are both...
Concrete Waterproofing Eliminates VOCs When Sealing Foundation
It's time to move away from the toxic foundation coatings of yester-year, and take advantage of...
Window Film: A Cost Effective Window Retrofit
Window film technology has improved since it was first conceived. Newer films are high-tech...
Steel Decking Substructures for Trex Decks
Historically, wood has been the go-to material for residential decking substructures. However, with...
Range Hoods: Clearing the Kitchen Air
Range hoods dress up a kitchen, but their function is underappreciated. In a tight house, a...
Landscaping in Soggy Spots
Low-lying sites are problematic for many plants, but the right landscaping can absorb excess water...