Sustainable Design
Why Geodesic Designs Are Inherently Hurricane Resistant
by Greg Bischoff for Envirohaven, Reno, Nevada First published November 11, 2012 Watching the news about the devastation which Hurricane Sandy- read more >
Author: Vicki Bischoff
Material Knowledge
Are Triple Pane Windows A Good Investment?
Triple pane windows have been around for years and I believe that not enough attention has been given to the question of whether or not they are a- read more >
Organizing Your Design
Location, Location, Location: 5 Considerations For Locating Your Sustainable Green Home
When deciding to build a new home, the location is the most important consideration. Some rules should be followed when searching for property on- read more >
Material Knowledge
Why Buy Local?
While “buy local” movements have been gaining steam in the food arena, buying local construction supplies seems to be in the dark recesses of- read more >
The Construction Team
The Business of Team Building
Of all the ingredients needed for a successful project, no other is more crucial than team work. In other posts, I’ve briefly mentioned the value- read more >
Material Knowledge
Porcelain Tile Tips
A creative design using tile is easier than ever today. The growth in the amount of porcelain tile products now available have been a game changer- read more >
Your Professional Support Team
7 Things To Consider When Hiring A Listing Realtor
When it’s time to sell, most of us go to the easiest option for a real-estate sales agent: friend, relative, or neighbor. We all have Realtors in- read more >
Material Knowledge
Take A SIP
For hundreds of years, the overwhelming majority of European and American homes have been built using the same structural formula. Standard- read more >