
12 Easy Steps for High-Performance, Healthy Homes
Builders and homeowners that follow these 12 easy steps for home design and construction will create a high-performing and healthy home that is comfortable and safe.

Building a Tsunami-Proof House with Fox Blocks
Building a tsunami-proof house requires strategic planning and the use of specialized materials. Coastal homes face unique challenges that demand solutions capable of withstanding powerful waves and the debris they carry.

5 Important Things to Remember for an ICF Home Plan Conversion
The building industry has seen a relatively recent trend of architects, designers, and homeowners moving away from energy consumptive forms of construction and the implementation of more sustainable, less expensive construction methods.

Net Zero House Cost: What Homeowners Can Expect to Spend
Building a new home starts with a series of technical choices that define long-term performance.

10 Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Traditional Concrete

Why ICF Schools Are Setting the New Standard for Student Safety
School design has entered a new era. Safety now extends beyond code minimums and evacuation plans to the very walls that protect students and staff.

10 Tips for Designing a Small or Tiny ICF Home

6 Things to Consider When Building a Basement

What is a Good R Value for Exterior Walls?

The Art and Science of Concert Hall Design
A concert hall design shapes the way sound moves, resonates, and reaches the listener.