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Fox Hill
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Farm to Front Door

April 6, 2022November 9, 2022 Corey Dahl 506 Views 0 Comments community and philanthropy, farm to table, sustainability, Winter 2022

Standard suburban landscaping typically involves sod, sod and more sod. But Fox Hill looks a little different. Corey DahlCorey Dahl

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Smart homes
(Photo: DMI)
Build Green Building Technology 

Get Smart: Homes for a New Era

September 20, 2021September 22, 2021 Carol Brzozowski 587 Views 0 Comments #Fall 2021, #technology, sustainability

Paving the way for “smart” homes are smart cities, which are laying down the infrastructure foundation with notable programs underway

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Build Community Outreach Green Building Infrastructure and Development 

Social impact of sustainability: Passive House calls builders to action

July 19, 2021July 21, 2021 Amy Guettler 433 Views 0 Comments affordable housing, builders, green building, sustainability

Overlooking the social impact of sustainability is a mistake for many green builders. Learn why addressing social issues is so crucial.

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Innovative new green building products and materials from the mountain region: Product spotlight

July 16, 2021July 21, 2021 Amy Guettler 233 Views 0 Comments green building, materials, sustainability

Mountain area companies have developed innovative new green building products. Discover three new sustainable materials in this slideshow.

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Reclaimed wood is a popular trend among homebuyers. (Photo: Francesca Tosolini, Unsplash)
Design Green Building Remodel 

3 ways to make home designs more sustainable

May 21, 2020May 21, 2020 Kacey Mya 758 Views 2 Comments design trends, green homes, sustainability

Home developers and architects know that there are always trends encouraging homeowners to sway one way or another on features.

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Colorado is emerging as a leader in green homes. (Photo: Labemax, Dreamstime.com)
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Colorado among top 5 states for green homes

December 5, 2019January 25, 2022 Charlie Woodruff 1196 Views 0 Comments green homes, LEED, sustainability

Already a leader in green commercial building, Colorado is establishing itself as a place for green homes. Charlie WoodruffCharlie Woodruff

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Trees can provide shade or wind break, reducing energy cost for homeowners. (Photo: Lawcain, Dreamstime)
Charities and Foundations Green Building The Homebuyer 

How to help homeowners plant 100 million trees by 2022

November 20, 2019January 14, 2020 Danielle Andrus 696 Views 0 Comments sustainability

The right tree in the right place can help homeowners reduce energy costs. Danielle AndrusDanielle Andrus was previously the managing

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Larry and Mimi are careful to plant native flowers and shrubs that attract native species. (Photo: Wild By Design)
Green Building Outdoor Living 

Wildlife at home

September 25, 2019September 26, 2019 Kathleen Bohland 1031 Views 0 Comments landscape, outdoor living, sustainability

Sustainability is more than a buzzword, with many homeowners making design and purchase decisions based on their personal environmental impact.

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Xeriscaping isn't the only way that outdoor trade contractors address environmental concerns. (Photo: AE Design)
Green Building Outdoor Living 

Holistic Homes

September 17, 2019September 26, 2019 Kathleen Bohland 2113 Views 0 Comments green building, outdoor living, sustainability

Some builders’ clients may take a whole-home approach to sustainability, seeking help designing outdoor areas that are just as environmentally

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Firewise, xeric designs give homeowners more resilient landscapes. (Photo: Ecoscape)
Design Insurance and Risk Management Outdoor Living 

Defensive design for resilient landscapes

May 10, 2019November 15, 2019 Danielle Andrus 1428 Views 1 Comment resilient design, sustainability

Clients will appreciate resilient design when fire and flood threaten their homes. Danielle AndrusDanielle Andrus was previously the managing editor

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Custom Installed vs. DIY Home Technology
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Custom Installed vs. DIY Home Technology

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Female Influence Benefits Construction Industry

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Spend Some Time Sharpening Your Ax

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Women Adding Value to the Construction Industry Every Day in Every Way
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Women Adding Value to the Construction Industry Every Day in Every Way

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Women in Green Construction: Promoting a Sustainable Career
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Women in Green Construction: Promoting a Sustainable Career

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Despite multiple challenges for the industry, construction is still very active, and there aren’t enough skilled workers to fill the jobs. Heather

Three Ways Rangeline Homes Builds Better
Materials 

Three Ways Rangeline Homes Builds Better

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The Number of Women in Construction is Growing–Albeit Slowly
Industry and Economy 

The Number of Women in Construction is Growing–Albeit Slowly

January 27, 2023 Valarie Johnson 0
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