Archive for November 2019
Speculators Moving Into Phoenix
A hot market is attracting investors to new homes.
Deep Dive into Blower Door Testing
Peter Yost interviews Collin Olson from The Energy Conservatory and learns about the blower door equation exponent, depressurization vs. pressurization, using sound to assess air leakage, and more.
FourPlans: Memorable Starter Homes
Simple yet striking, these budget-friendly designs create a big impression.
A Breakthrough for Solar Power?
New technology generating very high temperatures could clean up carbon-intensive industries, its developers say.
East Meets West: The Collaborative Design That Will Bring Japanese Home Building To America
Get an inside look at two architects—one in Japan and one in America–as they cross-pollinate ideas and practices on a new approach to home design, engineering, and building.
Developer Plans Car-Free Neighborhood in Tempe
No cars, no parking, no kidding.
Tesla Unveils Another Version of Its Solar Roof
After long delays, the company says installations of its revamped roofing tile will begin this month.
Solar Power Without Net Metering: Is It Worth It?
As rules and regulations change, residential PV equipment and systems will adapt.
FourPlans: Sleek One-Story Designs from Dan Sater
A Decade After the Recession, Housing Costs Ease for Homeowners
For Renters, Housing Cost Burden Is About the Same.