Air quality matters in every room of the house, but unique factors are in play where cooking takes place

High performance and high design are achievable in a new home as long as the design and construction team collaborates with trade partners and other experts at the start of the project

In many places, the resources essential to builders are scarcer and more costly than ever before. This overview looks at the state of each one—and who’s leveraging what’s available

Shortages add pressure, but they also prompt inventive solutions

Designed to rigorous Passive House standards of energy efficiency, this waterfront home in Olympia, Wash., also offers the home's owners the opportunity to age in place

Three scalable solutions for enclosure offer options for efficiency

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

The DOE is implementing the Buildings-to-Grid Program on a national level.