I started this blog years ago as a place to share what I was learning about green building and zero energy design. A lot has changed since then — building science, materials, codes and the way people want to live — so I have refreshed it.
Here is what you will find here:
- Planning your home — budgeting, choosing a lot, working with builders and avoiding the mistakes that cost the most.
- Energy-efficient design — practical ways to lower your energy bills without blowing your budget.
- Green building — what it really means, what is worth paying for and what is just marketing.
- Regional know-how — building in Eastern Washington, North Idaho, Western Montana and now Mohave County, Arizona.
I have been designing and building homes since 1976. I have seen what works, what does not, and what homeowners wish they had known before they started. That is what I will share here — in plain English.
If there is a topic you want me to cover, send me a note. Most of these articles start with a question a client asked me.
Planning a new home, remodel or addition? Steve offers a free, no-pressure consultation. Call 928-444-7447 (Arizona) or 509-607-0300 (Washington), email steve@stevesenger.com, or send a message.