Here you will find information regarding some basic design concepts and ideas. Hopefully this will help you as you consider where and how you will build your home as well as what type of a layout you need.

Design Basics: Design goals for any home

There are some basic ideas that you should consider when planning for your home. Incorporating some of these ideas will make the home better for you and your family.

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The Sun and Your Home

Designing your home to work with the sun and the wonderful light and energy it provides is not rocket science. But, if you look at houses in your area, you will be surprised by how many of them do not take advantage of the sunshine. Some are even designed so that the sun makes parts of the home uncomfortable. To learn more, click on the link below.

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Alternative Building Materials

The use of alternative building materials can improve the energy efficiency of our homes as well as conserve natural resources. There are many alternatives available, but local building codes may not allow the use of all of these options.

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Air Infiltration

Air infiltration is the slow but constant exchange of air into and out of your home. Some homes leak more than others. Excess air infiltration increases the cost for heating and cooling your home. To learn more, click on the link below.

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Simple ways to save energy

Here is a short list of simple things you can do today to reduce the amount of energy you use.

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Building a Modern Home on a Budget

It is possible to build a modern style home on a budget? Not everyone has the ability to spend a million dollars on a modern style home. If you can, great. If you can't, what are your options? It can be done, it just takes some choices.

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Building an Energy Efficient House

Building an energy efficient home is not rocket science. It may require variations to traditional building techniques or even the use of alternative building materials. It also requires the use of good quality windows and doors as well as an efficient HVAC system. This may cost a little more than the typical "cheap" home, but you will save money on every energy bill.

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