The AI Interview: Jason Hartke, Executive Vice President, International WELL Building Institute
IWBI: prioritizing people’s physical and mental health. Green Home Builder: Tell me about the International WELL Building Institute and its
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In this issue
A Look Back on 2021’s Consumer Trends
As people invest more in their homes, consumer priorities shift to wellness. By Angela Harris The pandemic had an impact
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How Green Homebuilding and Sustainability Evolved
Equity is a core component of sustainability. By Chloe Chapman and Kaylee Beam Climate change, affordable housing and social equity
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Designing Green – How Denver Is Encouraging Sustainability Through Design
By Sarah Hunter In August 2021, a landmark UN scientific report unveiled a sobering assessment of our planet’s future: a
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The Shift Back to All-Electric
By Walker Wells Multi-family housing is seeing a major shift toward all-electric design. Greenhouse gas commitments, renewable portfolio standards and
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The House That SHE Built
By Jillian Prichard Cooke In Utah’s Wasatch Front, family-oriented communities emerge amidst hot springs, rivers, parks and trails, the perfect
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A Bridge to the Future in Affordable Housing
By Ron Nestor, AIA Twelve years ago, I was a part of the team who designed the multi-award-winning Vista Dunes
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The GHB Interview: Michelle Foster, VP of Sustainability, Home Innovation Research Labs
Green Home Builder: Tell us about Home Innovation Research Labs (what it does) and its philosophy. Michelle Foster: Home Innovation
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Green Building, the New Standard
Green home building to become standard in the homebuilding industry. By Camille Manaloto As October rolls around, we are in
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Publisher’s Note: October 2021
Hello readers in print and online, Fall arrives and already we feel things cooling off here in Southern California. One
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The GHB Interview: Nathan Stodola, Chief Engineer, IWBI
Stodola shares why homebuilders should strive for WELL Building Standard certification and what IWBI is planning for the future. Green
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Hand in Hand: Design and Sustainability
It doesn’t have to be one or the other when it comes to energy efficiency and design. By Brian Alvarado
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Beauty from Within
High performance homes consider a whole house approach, including design. By Julia Malisos People often ask if design is sacrificed
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The Value of Solar Power
Considerations in installing your own renewable energy like solar power. By Wayne D. Alldredge On the day I write this,
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Clean Air: A Zoomer’s Best Friend
Indoor air quality (IAQ) impacts a Zoomer’s health, cognitive function and performance. By Jillian Pritchard Cooke The American Psychological Association’s
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The Importance of Wellness in Design
With priorities shifting for consumers, incorporating wellness and sustainability into design is now a must for all residential spaces. By
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Publisher’s Note: August 2021
Hello Readers, in print and online, I hope your summer is going very well and you are enjoying quality time
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Editor’s Note: August 2021
Dear readers in print and online, Welcome to the very special July/August issue of Green Home Builder. Instead of simply
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Comfort, Meet Economy
The high performance imperative for new homes. By Daniel P. Gehman There is a switch in many electric vehicles that
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The GHB Interview: Aaron Smith, CEO, EEBA
For 39 years, EEBA has been helping industry professionals accomplish their sustainable goals. Green Home Builder: For the readers who
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Bringing Green to the Forefront
By Alexa Moreno Perdomo Even though the pandemic is winding down, states are reopening and life is seemingly approaching “normal,”
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Leaving A Lasting Legacy
Our many considerations for successful community streetscape outcomes include density, privacy, landscaping, sustainability and color trends By Donna Aldrich Bette
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Sustainability or Attainability?
Industry professionals need to create opportunities that address both energy-efficiency and affordability. By Cassie Cherry While affordability, “missing middle” housing
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Enlist Mother Nature to Design Your Curb Appeal
Inspiration for elevating your exteriors and curb appeal is right under our nose. By Scott Hamilton Harris With so many
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How to Sell Zero to Anybody
Capitalizing on these selling points can have an impact on your sales. By Joe Emerson The first step in zero
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How Geothermal Brought a Sense of Calm to a Community
Geothermal is not only highly efficient, but it can allow residents to appreciate the sounds of nature. By Brandon Bryant
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Publisher’s Note: June 2021
Hello Readers, in print and online. Our mid-year look at housing economics reveals some interesting trends, as the country emerges
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Building Industry Wins with the American Jobs Plan
The proposed legislation is a step forward for green housing and affordability in Southern California. By Christine Harada With an
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Editor’s Note: June 2021
Dear readers in print and online, With the midway point of 2021 officially here, we welcome you to the May/June
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Wellness-Focused Flexibility
Outdoor spaces that provide flexibility can be functional while enticing buyers. By Jonathan Boriack While the global community has a
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Counting Out Chemicals In Your Building Materials
Rethinking your building materials selections could contribute to a more sustainable outcome By Jessie Buckmaster Health has become a popular
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The Green Home Builder Interview: Mahesh Ramanujam, CEO of USGBC
CEO gives his insight on how the pandemic has affected the green homebuilding industry and the outlook for the future
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Picking the Right Products
Implementing healthier products and properly sourced materials should be at the top of green building professionals’ to-do lists By Brian
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