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What is a Deep Energy Retrofit?
Symbi Homes goes deep for energy conservation at the Model ReModel 2022 Construction is underway at Pro Remodeler's Model ReModel 2022, a custom Victorian restoration by Symbi Homes, who plans to make great strides in[...]
Final Reveal of Our Sustainable Demonstration Project – SYMBI’s Duplex One
Our SYMBI Duplex One high-performance demonstration project was selected as a National Show Home by Products online and Custom Builder magazine. We are proud to present the final walkthrough (above) of the completed SYMBI Duplex[...]
Retrofit Step One: Model ReModel Gets an Energy Check Up
One of the first steps in retrofitting an older home is to measure the building's baseline performance. This includes measuring the thermal and moisture barriers of the exterior shell, energy efficiency of appliances and equipment,[...]
To Vent or Not to Vent? Part 1
To vent or not to vent the Model ReModel 2022's attached accessory dwelling unit will take careful consideration, says Symbi Homes CEO Nicole Tysvaer. The topic is widely debated in the building science world, and[...]
Pro Remodeler and Symbi Homes Kick-Off Model ReModel 2022
Reposted with permission from Pro Remodeler Magazine's website. Construction has begun on Pro Remodeler's Model ReModel 2022, the restoration of a 19th-century Victorian with a new modern in-law suite addition. Design-build firm Symbi Homes will[...]
WINNER! Green Builder Magazine’s Multifamily Green Home of the Year 2022 – Symbi Duplex One
After more than a decade of research and prototype development, Symbi’s Duplex One represents the “best of the best” in sustainable home building. We hope that more builders will strive for this level of quality,[...]
The Greening of the Home Products Industry: Ferguson Sponsors SYMBI Homes
SYMBI HOMES tapped the expertise and support from product specialists at Ferguson Enterprises to provide the light fixtures, appliances, plumbing fixtures, door hardware, and kitchen cabinet hardware for Duplex One. Duplex One was selected as[...]
What You Can’t See: Clean, Fresh Air ahhhhhhh!
One of the Most Critical Aspects of Building High-Performing Homes is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Look at the marketing of any typical home for sale, and you’ll likely see emphasized the finishes and fixtures. Descriptions[...]
Building Homes with Big Kid Lego: What’s all the Hype about SIPS?
At SYMBI, we embrace technology and innovation in pursuit of our enlightened approach to home building that nurtures both people and planet. Part of that strategy is moving away from traditional methods of wood-framed construction[...]
SYMBI’s Duplex One Featured in Custom Builder Magazine Summer 2021 Issue
Our SYMBI Duplex One high-performance demonstration project was selected as a National Show Home by PRODUCTS online and Custom Builder magazine. Read the culmination of that journey in the Summer 2021 issue of Custom Builder.[...]
Women in Construction: Nicole Tysvaer Discovers New Career as Entrepreneur
By: Mike Plotnick, Construct Utopia, Jun. 07, 2021 Former educator seeks to expand sustainable housing options. A doctoral degree in education is an unconventional credential for a homebuilding career, but it served as a gateway[...]
SYMBI’s 40+ Standard Upgrades
We’re approaching the finish line at Symbi Duplex One and taking stock of all the amazing features we’ve incorporated in these super sustainable homes. Check out this list of Symbi’s 40 Standard Upgrades (Download[...]
At Symbi, we’re not cooking with gas. Find out why!
Symbi homes are ALL ELECTRIC. We are joining other sustainable builders across the country that are saying no-thank you to natural gas. Check out this graph of indoor air pollutants from cooking with gas in[...]
Symbi Duplex One in the News!
We are very excited to announce that our first Symbi build has been featured in Custom Builder Magazine. Author, Nigel F. Maynard has written an incredible article that gives great insight to what Symbi Homes[...]
Gorgeous Megumi in the News!
The Megumi House, built by our sister company Galaxy Homes in 2017, is being featured in the Nov/Dec issue of Green Builder Magazine, selected as a runner-up to the 2020 Sustainable Home of the Year.[...]
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