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ADUs have been given the green light statewide in Virginia! A rundown of what that means... On April 13, 2026, Governor Spanberger signed into law a bill which requires that all municipalities in Virginia allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to be permitted by-right in all …

Hempcrete is a building material made from the woody core of the hemp plant mixed with a lime-based binder. It is used in construction as a sustainable alternative to traditional materials like concrete and wood. Some of the benefits of using hempcrete in construction include:It …

If you are in the market for new home plans, it can be tempting to purchase a set of drawings from one of the many online vendors offering “stock plans” at strikingly low prices. The websites are polished. The renderings are attractive. The floor plans appear complete. And the …

The term Passive Solar Design refers to a series of design strategies that can dramatically increase the energy efficiency of a home with almost zero extra upfront construction costs. It does this by optimizing the solar gain that a building receives throughout the year: …