In this episode of Women at WIRC, we talk with passive house pioneer and founder of Phius Kat Klingenberg on why interest in the approach is "skyrocketing" and how resilience ...
This 7,313-square-foot Tudor home in Washington, D.C., was well-loved by its homeowners for its attention to detail, but its tight floor plan posed a difficult design challenge...
From centuries-old methods to innovative glass fusing, Judson Studios is redefining stained glass as a handcrafted, functional art form for today’s high-end projects.
This 8,500-square-foot house in Alexandria, Va. goes beyond sustainable—it's net-positive. Combining Passive House and Universal Design principles, the home was designed to be...
From Brooklyn foundries to Oregon tile studios, these U.S.-based makers are blending craft and design with the practical upside of sourcing closer to home.
BUILDER IN 5: The founder of Scandic Builders shares how a deep commitment to quality—and a few bold moves—have shaped his philosophy, from insulation insights to green design...
Born from firsthand frustration, David Escobedo’s panelized steel system preserves design freedom, accelerates timelines, and raises the bar for quality in luxury homebuilding...
BUILDER IN 5: Five questions with Brandon Edwards of Element Construction on navigating coastal challenges, building with integrity, and why bold ideas demand careful execution...
BUILDER IN 5: From building a reputation before a brand to staying resilient through delays and client demands, Captex Construction’s Danny Spears offers insights on what it really...
More than seven years after her first online sale, Yifat Arbely has built a 50-person operation that's changing how builders and designers think about concrete—one perfectly imperfect...
BUILDER IN 5: Five questions with Adam Breen of Breen Homes on staying small, building presence, and chasing the intangible moments of a home’s “first breath"
With costs expected to rise and homeowners putting projects on the back burner, home building pros expect to see some tapering off of demand in the near future
This Pennsylvania home built by third-generation builder Louis Costanzo creates a custom family haven using passive house principles for comfort and quality materials for longevity...
When designing this home in the Teton Valley, Love Schack Architecture had one goal: creating a modern space that blends in perfectly with the surrounding environment
AutoCAD has changed the way architects design buildings, however, its role in crafting sustainable home designs that reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impact...
The architect and builder of this subtly complex home share how they created a functional floor plan while embracing city views and adding pockets of surprise