Report ranks the top states for LEED certified homes: California, New York and Texas top the list.

Misconceptions and realities of sound ratings.

Fourteen LEED for neighborhood development projects to receive funding and resources.

The award categories recognize innovative multi- and single-family projects, affordable housing projects and developers, an overall commitment to LEED for Homes and Project of the Year.

Insulated concrete forms continue their upward climb as a viable, energy efficient system for builders.

A local Phoenix builder is in the national spotlight after receiving the Grand Award from the DOE Builders Challenge program and for the houses built at Gordon Estates.

Today’s builders are challenged with delivering homes that will pass codes and exceed buyer expectations for energy efficiency without compromising job site efficiency and profitability.

The Dubois’ are building their dream home in New Castle, Calif., with as many American-made products as possible, including several donated Simpson Strong-Tie engineered structural connectors.

With the rapid creation and development of new materials, questions have arisen regarding specific substances used to deliver improved fire protection.

Mid-rise construction has been a growing trend in recent years in many markets throughout the United States, with cold-formed steel framing playing an integral role.