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Carbon Capture Powerhouse
Check this out! High quality cellulose insulation is our preferred product for thermal protection and sound attenuation for all of Symbi's homes. Made from recycled paper, @greenfibersanctuary is a carbon negative material that is more healthy,[...]
Retrofit Windows – Before and After
Check this out! Wow what a difference! Proud to be part of @pnnlab national pilot study for exterior insulation while residing. We are using 2.5” (R-16.7) @sikausa Rmax Thermasheath insulation and Energy Star Lifestyle @pellawindows. Advanced insulation, air sealing, comfort,[...]
RR Re-Siding Surprises
Check this out! Off to a not-so-great start with re-siding our Retro Rambler. Found significant water damage under the vinyl siding due to poor install 10+ years ago. Proper window flashing and water-resistant barrier are[...]
The Queen’s Finale
That's a wrap, folks! Check out this final video chronicling the Queen of Zero ground-up. Learn about the awesome products that made this home super high performance, comfortable, efficient, durable and gorgeous! Many thanks to[...]
BUILDTank / buildCAST Episode Ft. Nicole Tysvaer
Building science and home performance expert Robby Schwarz recently interviewed Nicole for his ultracool podcast highlighting innovation in residential construction. Schwarz has been working for nearly 30 years to help mainstream sustainability principles in the[...]
Queen of Zero: Lessons Learned
How’s a NET ZERO home different from a typical build? Read all about it in this month’s issue of the Journal of Light Construction. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE Big thank you to[...]
Powering the Queen
Thinking about installing solar shingles on your next project? Check out Nicole’s JLC article on Powering the Queen. Thanks to American Home Contractors DMV for a fabulous install! READ THE FULL ARTICLE HERE
Building for the future: Queen of Zero
James Hardie collaborated with us to bring the Queen of Zero to life – Read the James Hardie case study and watch the full video HERE. Thank you to James Hardie and Umault for showcasing[...]
Integrating High-Performance Mechanicals
How do 14 pieces of high-performance mechanical equipment work together to maintain comfort and efficiency in a complex, multi-level home like the Queen of Zero? At the jobsite, we have a saying, “This is[...]
The Queen’s Debut
We are nearing completion at the Queen of Zero project in Maryland, a historic build blending high performance and Victorian craftsmanship. Our construction and design team recently celebrated this milestone with 100 guests from the[...]
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