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The Pretty Good House

Subtitle:  Finding the right balance between construction cost and energy performance Images: Energy Star. LEED. Passivhaus. There are many programs with different metrics for determining how green...

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Regional Variations on the ‘Pretty Good House’

Subtitle:  Suggested specifications for Northwest Ontario, New Mexico, Sacramento, Florida, and North Carolina Images: The building-science-and-beer group that meets every month in Portland, Maine,...

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The Pretty Good House, Part 2

Subtitle:  The building science group in Maine has a second meeting to discuss specifications for the Pretty Good House Images: What is truly important when designing and building a green home? Some of...

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Is the Pretty Good House the Next Big Thing?

Subtitle:  And what might one look like in a mixed-humid climate? Images: I love the Pretty Good House concept! The folks up in Maine who've been developing this idea in their monthly green building...

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Is the Pretty Good House the Next Big Thing? Part 2

Subtitle:  A look at water use, home performance, verification methods, commissioning, and homeowner education Images: Let's get back to the Pretty Good House concept now. Last month I wrote part 1,...

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The Pretty Good House: A Better Building Standard?

Subtitle:  At NESEA’s annual meeting, a panel discusses the ‘pretty good house’ concept Images: The Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEANorth East Sustainable Energy Association. A regional...

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Green Building for Beginners

Subtitle:  Are you are embarking on a construction project, but still uncertain about how to make your home green? Here is some guidance. Images: Green building websites can be confusing. One site...

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An Update on the Pretty Good House — Part 1

Subtitle:  A commonsense approach to designing and building a green home Images: The status quo of newly constructed homes here in America is, well, disappointing. Despite some strong...

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An Update on the Pretty Good House — Part 2

Subtitle:  A commonsense approach to designing and building a green home Images: Cocktails in hand, Phil and I pick up the conversation about the Pretty Good House. Be sure to check Part 1 of this...

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Martin’s Pretty Good House Manifesto

Subtitle:  Ten principles that green designers and builders need to keep in mind Images: One of the presentations I attended at the Passive HouseA residential building construction standard requiring...

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Maine Hosts a ‘Pretty Good House’ Conference

Subtitle:  The day-long seminar will help builders balance energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and cost Images: Designing a house that balances the competing interests of performance and cost is the...

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Convincing Clients to Upgrade to Pretty Good (or Better)

Subtitle:  What are the most compelling arguments for investing in a Pretty Good House — that is, one that exceeds minimum code requirements? Images: How do you convince clients to upgrade from...

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Pretty Good, Not So Big Maine House

Subtitle:  A couple decides to shed a house that's too big and build a smaller, more energy-efficient version nearby Images: After adding a big addition to our already too big house in 2006 (what were...

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Site Work Begins for a Pretty Good House in Maine

Subtitle:  At our ‘pretty good, not so big’ house, the site is evaluated for a septic system and the foundation footings are poured Images: This is Part 2 of a blog series describing the construction...

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Framed Walls and Air Barrier Membranes for a Pretty Good House

Subtitle:  Despite inevitable weather delays, the house is framed and roofed Images: This is Part 4 of a blog series describing the construction of Stephen Sheehy’s house in Maine. The first...

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Windows and Floors at a Pretty Good House in Maine

Subtitle:  Work continues with the installation of windows, polished concrete floors, and a blower door test that leaves everyone smiling Images: This is Part 5 of a blog series describing the...

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Ten Essential Steps to a Pretty Good House

Prime:  prime Subtitle:  Going above code isn't hard if you do these things Images: My friends up in Maine came up with the concept of the Pretty Good House a few years ago, and I love the idea! Not...

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Pouring the Slab and Framing the Walls

Subtitle:  Contractors building a small house in the White Mountains begin construction work Images: Editor's note: This is the second in a series of blogs chronicling the design and construction of a...

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Windows, Housewrap, and Roofing Underlayment

Subtitle:  Brian and Kyra make progress on their house in the White Mountains Images: Editor's note: This is the third in a series of blogs chronicling the design and construction of a house owned by...

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A Low-Energy House for Northern Minnesota

Subtitle:  A self-described ‘architect and building science nerd’ designs an affordable house that takes advantage of the sun Images: I am an architect. I have spent the last five years thinking about,...

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