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Approaching Sustainable Remodeling Through a Symbiotic Lens
Symbi Homes takes a comprehensive approach to its projects. Here's how it will do so for Model ReModel 2022 This year’s Model ReModel 2022 by Symbi Homes serves as a case study in sustainable building[...]
Installing Foundation Insulation
Symbi Homes plans to achieve several green certifications for its remodel of a 19th-century Victorian. Each step of the way, from retrofits to the new construction of an ADU, Symbi Homes CEO Nicole Tysvaer looks[...]
Water Management’s Role in Resilient Remodeling
Spring in our nation's capital brings a sticky reminder for resilient remodeling In many parts of the country, climates have shifted toward more warmth and moisture, including mid-Atlantic areas around Washington, DC, and Maryland, where[...]
Why Certify? Beyond the Gold Star of Green Certification
Construction has begun on our Model ReModel 2022, the historic 19th-century Victorian deep energy retrofit and in-law suite addition in Hyattsville, Md. However, before the first shovel hit the ground, Nicole Tysvaer engaged a third-party[...]
Siding Restoration on a Historic Home: Part 2
Painted Lady Home Makeover: Model ReModel 2022 mixes bright colors with modern touches It has been more than a quarter century since Symbi Regeneration House has received a fresh coat of paint, and the challenge[...]
Siding Restoration on a Historic Home: Part 1
Model ReModel 2022 gets its facelift with a new color palette. In order to give this 19th-century Victorian a proper facelift, the Symbi Homes team opted to repaint in a new palette. The age of[...]
What is a Deep Energy Retrofit?
Symbi Homes goes deep for energy conservation at the Model ReModel 2022 Construction is underway at Pro Remodeler's Model ReModel 2022, a custom Victorian restoration by Symbi Homes, who plans to make great strides in[...]
Final Reveal of Our Sustainable Demonstration Project – SYMBI’s Duplex One
Our SYMBI Duplex One high-performance demonstration project was selected as a National Show Home by Products online and Custom Builder magazine. We are proud to present the final walkthrough (above) of the completed SYMBI Duplex[...]
Retrofit Step One: Model ReModel Gets an Energy Check Up
One of the first steps in retrofitting an older home is to measure the building's baseline performance. This includes measuring the thermal and moisture barriers of the exterior shell, energy efficiency of appliances and equipment,[...]
To Vent or Not to Vent? Part 1
To vent or not to vent the Model ReModel 2022's attached accessory dwelling unit will take careful consideration, says Symbi Homes CEO Nicole Tysvaer. The topic is widely debated in the building science world, and[...]
Pro Remodeler and Symbi Homes Kick-Off Model ReModel 2022
Reposted with permission from Pro Remodeler Magazine's website. Construction has begun on Pro Remodeler's Model ReModel 2022, the restoration of a 19th-century Victorian with a new modern in-law suite addition. Design-build firm Symbi Homes will[...]
WINNER! Green Builder Magazine’s Multifamily Green Home of the Year 2022 – Symbi Duplex One
After more than a decade of research and prototype development, Symbi’s Duplex One represents the “best of the best” in sustainable home building. We hope that more builders will strive for this level of quality,[...]
The Greening of the Home Products Industry: Ferguson Sponsors SYMBI Homes
SYMBI HOMES tapped the expertise and support from product specialists at Ferguson Enterprises to provide the light fixtures, appliances, plumbing fixtures, door hardware, and kitchen cabinet hardware for Duplex One. Duplex One was selected as[...]
What You Can’t See: Clean, Fresh Air ahhhhhhh!
One of the Most Critical Aspects of Building High-Performing Homes is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Look at the marketing of any typical home for sale, and you’ll likely see emphasized the finishes and fixtures. Descriptions[...]
Building Homes with Big Kid Lego: What’s all the Hype about SIPS?
At SYMBI, we embrace technology and innovation in pursuit of our enlightened approach to home building that nurtures both people and planet. Part of that strategy is moving away from traditional methods of wood-framed construction[...]
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