made in america
Commitment to Science Propels Behr Forward
A day in the life at the Behr headquarters in Southern California, where invention occurs in eight-hour shifts. Read more
Better Hot Water
In the march towards instant and endless, efficiency standards keep water heating technology up-to-date. Read more
Project of the Month
Healthy Living in Seattle
The client’s intense desire to live in a house that was good for her family and the environment inspired architect Bradley Khouri to design a multifunctional, incredibly green, and highly livable place. Read more
In cooperation with the International Code Council, ASHRAE, and the NAHB, Home Innovation Research Labs recently announced appointments to the Consensus Committee for the next version of the National Green Building Standard. Read more
Despite the Clean Water Act, the federal government’s role in protecting the nation’s waters remains poorly defined. Read more
Redline
For Homes That Look Solid, Entablature Is A Must
In traditional homes, solidity is telegraphed by the space between the window heads and the roofline called entablature (cornice, frieze, and architrave). It holds the roof up, it transfers the loads, and it's what distinguishes solid-looking homes from flimsy ones. Here, Don Powers shows production builders how to up their game by including this subtle but essential part of the exterior. Read more
Many small, local companies are responsible for a large payroll within the home building industry Read more