Design

Pretty Good House Online Training Series

January 1, 2023

December 29, 2022

Value engineered framing uses fewer resources, saves money, and creates more space for insulation. Here’s how some regular GBA contributors use these techniques.

Choosing a Healthier Paint

December 7, 2022

For the chemically sensitive, and healthy house enthusiasts, there's more to consider when choosing finishes than low-VOCs

Make It a Mechanical Room, Not Just a Closet

November 3, 2022

HVAC equipment is expensive and critical for the health of occupants and buildings, so design the right-sized conditioned space to house it

Adaptation Communities

October 31, 2022

Proponents of New Urbanism articulate reasons to build homes and neighborhoods for resilience in the age of climate change

Going All Electric in a Cold Climate

September 21, 2022

Data-supported strategies and systems for transitioning away from fossil fuel and toward all-electric energy

The Hot Water Rectangle

August 25, 2022

A tool for creating an efficient hot water delivery system

Retreat in the Age of Fire

August 16, 2022

We can't design our way out of all wildfire risk. Retreat may sometimes be the best option.

Designing a Mechanical Room

July 20, 2022

Key considerations for ensuring a safe and efficient space for housing a home’s HVAC components