Field Notes

Building Smarter in Fire Country

Straight talk on fire-resistant construction, green building, and navigating permits across the Bay Area and Napa Valley — from a builder who has done it for thirty years.

Featured · Green Building

How I Helped Write the LEED for Homes Standard

Robin didn't just build green — she helped define what green building means. Her work with the US Green Building Council on the LEED for Homes program shapes every project she takes on today.

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Fire-Resistant

Fire-Resistant Construction in the Bay Area and Napa Valley: What Homeowners Must Know in 2025

New maps, new codes, and the practical steps every homeowner in a hazard zone should understand.

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ADU

ADU Construction in San Francisco vs. Napa County: The Rules Are Completely Different

Two markets, two completely different rulebooks. Here's how to navigate both without costly missteps.

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