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The Low Impact Guide
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The Shape and Size of a House
Before you look at house plans. Before you fall in love with a piece of land. Before you start sketching kitchens or imagining window seats. Pause. The most important decisions...
The Shape and Size of a House
Before you look at house plans. Before you fall in love with a piece of land. Before you start sketching kitchens or imagining window seats. Pause. The most important decisions...
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The Low Impact Design Philosophy
Homes shape the way we live. They hold our routines, our families, and our small rituals. And yet, for something so personal, most homes in America are built with surprisingly...
The Low Impact Design Philosophy
Homes shape the way we live. They hold our routines, our families, and our small rituals. And yet, for something so personal, most homes in America are built with surprisingly...
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How to Insulate an Attic or Roof the Smart Way:...
A warm, quiet, and efficient home doesn’t require expensive materials, just a good understanding of how air, heat, and moisture behave, and how to layer materials with purpose.
How to Insulate an Attic or Roof the Smart Way:...
A warm, quiet, and efficient home doesn’t require expensive materials, just a good understanding of how air, heat, and moisture behave, and how to layer materials with purpose.