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The Crib prefab is another cool example of a small sustainable structure designed for a backyard residence, studio, or  remote cabi. Inspired by the traditional American architecture of corn cribs, a common farm building used to store and dry corn, The Crib uses prefabricated steel beam architecture as a nod to traditional timber frame construction. Built in such a way that the shelter could easily be dismantled and moved, it is also easily recyclable at the end of its life. We like it the fact that it’s really different looking from a lot of the prefabs out there.

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Green building is making big strides in Texas as evidenced by this cute little zero-energy home in Fort Worth, which opens for public tours today. The Zero Energy Casita, erected by the award winning green builder, Don Ferrier, is a two bedroom, 1,051 square foot home packed with sustainable features. A residential wind turbine supplies power for the energy efficient home built from reclaimed materials. If you’re in the area, definitely take the time to check it out and see all of the green building techniques first hand.

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