Sustainable building practices have long been a focus of environmentalists, but recent shifts in the global dialogue have brought a wave of homebuyers who are ready to permanently adopt green building initiatives.¹ This shift in priorities, combined with a growing focus on health and wellness features in the home,² has put responsibility on the shoulders of building industry professionals to create energy-efficient, high-performing homes that enhance the occupant’s quality of life.
To meet this enormous challenge, builders are becoming increasingly open to the idea of putting progressive building envelope construction practices to the test. Employing advanced materials and building systems that deliver energy-efficiency and improved indoor air quality will have major play with contemporary buyers looking to purchase their forever home.