Deep energy retrofit / Discussions

How to Retrofit or Find an Apartment or House Into Net-Zero?

Do you offer free in-site evaluations, and if so could we make an appointment to discuss my options? How would I go about retro-fitting into net-zero an apartment in a high rise? And a house? How to find the apartments/houses on sale which are already net-0?  Thanks,

Posted by Veronica Dahl Nov. 12, 2025 Off-grid and Net-Zero Housing

What is the most cost effective way to build a rain screen wall assembly?

We are trying to make the most cost effective eco wall for our projects here in zone 6 in Grand Traverse County, Michigan.  We are recycling buildings and reconstructing them for affordable housing.  I'm a real fan of the rainscreen wall as it really lets us be creative with the exterior cladding materials.  With the c...

Posted by Jess Glowacki June 22, 2021 Wall assemblies - new construction

How do I best insulate my century home from the inside?

I have a century home that I am renovating myself as time and money permits.  I have a strong desire to make this home as comfortable as possible for my time in the home and for future homeowners to come. The exterior walls of the house are: plaster/lathe - 2x4 wood studs (no existing insulation) - wood sheathing - bri...

Posted by Merner Row Design May 12, 2021 Roof assemblies - renovation 2 responses

What is the best way to renovate and make a self sustaining eco friendly family house?

...energy audit and blower door test to determine the current energy consumption, that also tells you were your weakest points are so you know where your money is bet spent. I would first point you to our Free Green Home Building Guide,  they are categorized, so between that and the keyword search box you should find all ...

Posted by Emmanuel Sylvestre Aug. 31, 2020 Concept and design 1 response