Sustainable Homes in Silicon Valley
Landsea Homes builds high-density housing in the Bay Area By Julia Edinger There is high demand for housing in the
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Sustainable Design
The GHB Interview: Dan Dunmoyer, President, California Building Industry Association
Dan Dunmoyer of the California Building Industry Association shares insight into Title 24 changes enacted January 1st, 2020, affordability, and
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A Built Environment Solution
Using sustainable — and creative — solutions in building materials can help create a more sustainable built environment By MATTHEW
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Best Green Building Methods for 2020
Today’s best green building practices have the empirical evidence to show for it By BETH ECKENRODE The greatest trend we
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Building for Luxury & Comfort in 2020
Taking a comprehensive approach to enhancing luxury home construction with green building techniques By JEFF BOGARD When we think of
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California Energy Commission Expert Panel
Title 24 updates are here; this is what builders should know By CHRISTOPHER OLVERA, MAZI SHIRAKH What do you think
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Design & Build for Maximum Efficiency
Passive House Net-Zero Design is one way to strike the right balance for maximum energy savings By NATALIE LEONARD From
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Standards for 2020
Title 24 standards have evolved over the decades. How will they come into play in 2020? By MANNY GONZALEZ The
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9th Annual Sustainable Innovation Awards Announced at U.S. Green Building Council-L.A. Chapter Green Gala
Recognized Community Leaders included LA Metro, Liberty Hill Los Angeles, CA (December 12, 2019) – Last night at its 15th
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The GHB Interview: Ted Nelson, Chief Executive Officer, Newland
Newland’s new CEO, Ted Nelson, shares his insight on Newland’s corporate citizenship and sustainability efforts that qualified it for Developer
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Builder.Media Unveils the Greenest Home in America: The ABC Green Home 4.0
The ABC Green Home 4.0 is certifiably green with nine certifications An Interview with Nick Slevin QUESTION: So, it’s been
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Lessons Learned in Indoor Air Quality in 2019
Every building is an opportunity to improve people’s health and impact on the natural world By STEPHEN AIGUIER This past
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Turning Point for Sustainability
2019 was a great year for zero net energy builds, but really it was just the beginning By BENJAMIN KASDAN,
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Lessons in LEED in 2019
Common-sense tips for mastering LEED certification By TOMMY LINSTROTH If you want to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design
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Daring to Hope Again in 2019
Green building trends of 2019 have given homebuilding professionals hope for sustainability in the built environment By BEN STAPLETON If
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The Green Building Story in 2019 (and Beyond)
The future of green homes means telling a better story By SARAH STANLEY Since 2006, the green homes market has
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Increasing Sustainability Through Efficient Amenities
Energy-efficient amenities can dramatically increase a development’s sustainability By Ivo Grossi Building complexes are taking steps toward sustainability and eco-friendliness
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Three Low-Impact Design Features All Homebuilders Should Embrace
In addition to being ethically responsible, low-impact development is cost-effective By Barry Stiles Few accomplishments feel better than designing and
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Water Conservation in Residential Developments
The effects from water conservation efforts — including saving money and reducing waste — benefit buyers and builders alike By
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Green Building Reduces Costs on Affordable Housing Projects
Implementing green concepts on affordable housing projects can reduce costs By JOHN S. EGAN Integration of green building concepts into
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Glimpse of the Green Home Future
How the Empire State is ensuring a smooth transition to sustainable energy for homeowners By KATHY HANUNN There is a
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The ABC Green Home 4.0 Luxe Build: The Greenest Home in America
Is this the greenest spec home in America? Nick Slevin believes it is. By Julia Edinger High in the San
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Updates to Title 24
Updated building standards will push professionals to promote the value of green to boost sales By JULIA EDINGER Homebuilders across
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Creating Our New Normal
Green homes are going from elusive luxury to industry standard. Builders can help pave the way without breaking the bank
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Quality Housing for Underserved Communities
North America’s largest passive house is part of one developer’s effort to serve communities with sustainable, affordable, efficient housing By
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Balancing Your Indoor-Outdoor Living Space
Small details make big differences when creating harmonious outdoor spaces By JESSIE KIM I live in Southern California where the
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Growing Demand for Heat Pump Water Heaters
The reason demand is growing for heat pump water heaters has to do with savings By FRANCOIS LEBRASSEUR According to
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The GHB Interview: Jennifer Berthelot, President & CEO, A SustainAble Production (ASAP)
From helping to develop the WELL building standard, to running her own consulting firm for builders, Berthelot explores the growing
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Trends in Sustainable Design for any Market
No matter which market you are building in, properly implementing sustainable design can transform your product line By PETER ROTELLE
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Accelerating Net Zero Action
New program from the USGBC helps Los Angeles’ ambitious net zero goals with practical energy solutions By NEAL ANDERSON Presented
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Affordable, Profitable, Sustainable Housing With Rooftop Solar
Texas master-planned community, Whisper Valley, implements community solar for greater savings By Yann Brandt After years of promise, we are
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The Future With Sustainable Design Features
Sustainable design features, such as smart technology, are increasingly popular in new builds; soon they will be expected by buyers
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The Unique Details of the Net-Zero ABC Green Home 4.0 Luxe Project
By Christine Rombouts The Net-Zero ABC Green Home 4.0 LUXE Project being developed on a Southern California mountain site by
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