Cost / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

A classic modern-style home with a beautiful grey stucco exterior
Exterior cladding

Stucco as a Home Exterior: Pro's & Con's

...cost of stucco varies widely depending on the type, complexity of the project, and regional labor rates. In the US, it can range from $3 to $12 per square foot installed, with traditional three-coat systems generally being more expensive than synthetic options. In the UK, prices can range from £40 to £120 per square me...

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Architecture and plan design

Renovating to Convert Unused Attics Into Bedrooms or Living Space

...Cost and return on investment The cost of an attic conversion can vary dramatically, ranging from a basic finish-out to a complex structural modification with a new dormer. A homeowner can expect to spend anywhere from 20,000 to over 100,000 Canadian dollars ($15,000 to $75,000 USD), depending on the scope of work, loc...

Suspended-film insulating glass windows are high-performance windows
Windows and doors

Suspended-film insulating glass windows - A definitive guide for these high-performance windows

...cost less, and be easier to transport and frame. And you can add more insulation by adding more film layers: the Canadian manufacturer of suspended-film glazed units, LiteZone Glass Inc, claims an R value of 17 for 8 layers, which is very practical for high-humidity rooms. such as bathrooms and kitchens.  This can also...