Net Zero Energy House in Cupertino

The concept of a net-zero energy home is simple enough: start with a building that’s as airtight and efficient as possible, then provide enough renewable energy to power it. The challenge, however, is that conventional building technologies just aren’t enough to get us...

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The California Pantry Cooler: Old Technology, Green Results

As builders in San Francisco, we've done our share of Victorian remodels over the last 25 years.  We've always been impressed with the suitability of the Victorian design to the unique weather characteristics of the Bay Area.  Temperate in nature and usually quite rainy,...

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