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The ins and outs of green construction and natural building, with specifics on solar design, home insulation and more.

Roof Insulation Options for Cob Houses

By Becky Bee

You can use a variety of natural materials for roof insulation in your cob home. Learn more about the pros and cons of each material here.

Incorporating natural elements into the home

Building Biology Embraces Nature's Wisdom for Health and Ecology

By Paula Baker-Laporte

Building Biology, the science and philosophy of healthy and ecological building, originated in Germany 60 years ago. Here are 25 principles to help better align buildings with health and happiness.

Adventures With Alternative Architecture

By Stephen Hren

From geodesics domes and yurts to underground homes to cob houses, Stephen Hren takes us along as he searches the realm of natural building to find his perfect alternative architecture.

David Wright and Richard Drace work on natural home building designs

How NOT to Build Your Own House

By David Wright and Richard Drace

Bloggers David Wright and Richard Drace are looking for "screw-up stories of owner-builder projects gone wrong" for their new book, "How NOT to Build Your Own House," aimed at helping readers learn from others' mistakes.

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Green Patios, Walkways & Driveways of Porous Pavement and Pervious Concrete
Consider one of these innovative and attractive options instead of old-fashioned concrete.

Install Your Own Windows
Reduce the cost of new windows by putting them in yourself.

Eco-friendly Roofing Options
Choose from a variety of durable and environmentally friendly roofing materials.

Serious Energy Savings With Passive House Design
If you’re dreaming of a home that’s the ultimate in energy efficiency, take a look at the Passive House standard.

Your Green Dream Home: First Things To Consider
Before you hire a contractor or start building, read this expert advice.

Low-Cost, High-Efficiency Home Improvements that Pay Off
Here are some commonly agreed upon suggestions for relatively easy and low-cost home retrofitting projects.

Go Solar and Save Big
Every homeowner needs to know that passive solar design results in huge savings on energy bills.

Essential Advice for Owner-Builders
Here’s what you need to know about building codes before you build a house.

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