Research and new methods are making it easier than ever to frame homes for lower utility bills and greater energy efficiency

What the home building industry really needs now

The vast majority of architects aren’t trained in the intricacies of efficient construction. Engineers are trained, but most show little or no concern

Why insulation is crucial for managing moisture

The eight-page Raised-Heel Trusses for Efficient, Cost-Effective, Comfortable Homes (Form R330) offers detailed illustration and installation instructions, and describes how a raised-heel truss construction system can increase a home's structural and ene

A raised-heel truss has a “heel” that extends up from the top of the wall and elevates the truss at the building’s edges

Current research and future initiatives will make it easier to build energy-efficient homes. Here’s a look at what’s up and coming

Opportunities to make the most of materials and improve construction abound. Take advantage of them to reduce time to market and gain a competitive advantage

On the path to increased efficiency, a home builder learns new techniques and implements innovative building systems