Why does Kevin Contreras want to build himself a green home? Costs are coming down on green materials, and some are e...

Whether you're building from the ground up or simply looking to "green up." get to the bottom of things: the foundation.

Santa Barbara is in California, and California is earthquake country. Follow Kevin on his search for the best, most a...

Did you know that straw is highly fire-resistant? Breathable (i.e. mold resistant)? Cost efficient? Those are just a ...

Discover why repurposed wood is so cool, how bad traditional ply wood can be for you, and how much fun dumpster divin...

You shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but what about houses? Spend time with Kevin as he investigates earthen plas...

Learn all about the plasters, paints, stains and washes that will bring warmth and elegance to this remarkable house ...

A floor can add warmth and texture to a room. but did you know that your flooring choice can also have an impact on t...

In this exceptionally enlightening episode, Kevin explores every thing from Solatubes to solar panels...even solar ov...

Whether you collected it from your rooftop or bought it from the city, watch and learn all about building creative wa...

Going green sometimes means giving up a bit of green. Learn how to achieve curb appeal without wasting precious water...

Discover how to find eco-friendly products at the mall, and learn why buying the best isn't always as expensive as yo...

Kevin opens his doors to visitors, including Zem Joaquin of Ecofabulous and a natural cleaning product specialist, wh...