Cabinets are be a budget-altering line item, but most of us don’t realize there are a few very different ways to approach them. From off-the-shelf and semi-custom to fully custom, hybrid, and even bench-built cabinetry, here’s a simple look at the options..

When we think about energy efficiency, solar panels come to mind. But big gains in comfort and efficiency are less visible and happen before solar - design, foundation, insulation, building envelope, mecahnical systems, and windows and doors.