THE CONDOR INFINITY-EDGE POOL
High-Tech Infinity Pool Creates Resort Style Oasis. The Condor’s ICF infinity-edge pool highlights EcoFinish, 90-foot integrated clear acrylic wall, 20-foot multi-fold glass doors and colored LED light effects, which contribute to the show-stopping residential courtyard.
10 Tips for Designing a Small or Tiny ICF Home
How to Get Energy-Efficient Walls with Insulated Concrete Forms
6 Proven Methods and Materials for Building Sustainable Communities
The methods and materials for sustainable communities encourage durability, energy-efficiency, and superior indoor air quality (IAQ).
Building for Durability: The 7 Strongest Building Materials for Residential Construction
Building a home involves careful planning and meticulous construction. The materials used can dramatically impact the durability, aesthetics, and comfort of the home. This article will explore the seven most durable building materials for residential construction, and provide insights into the strongest material for building a house and the longest-lasting building materials available today.
Why ZERH Builders Profits are Decreasing
Today’s homeowners demand energy-efficient and high-performing homes. As ZERH builders strive to accommodate these demands, they also struggle with decreasing profits.
Exterior Foundation Covering Ideas and Designs
A beautifully finished foundation adds more than curb appeal — it protects your home from environmental damage and enhances energy efficiency. Modern homeowners and builders can choose from a variety of exterior covering ideas, from timeless options like brick and stone veneer applied to advanced solutions like Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs).
HERS Index vs Energy Star
Energy efficiency in homes is vital for both economic and environmental reasons, which is why builders have robust tools like the HERS Index and Energy Star ratings to gauge and improve the energy performance of buildings.
Low Cost House Construction with Energy-Efficient Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)