Designed for do-it-yourself enthusiasts dealing with the challenges of building their dream home, this series will guide you through a modern-day American house-raising with the building of an affordable and energy-efficient country cottage. Scott Phillips, host of the Telly Award-winning The American Woodshop offers insight and expertise as he enlists home improvement specialists to perform many of the most interesting home construction tasks. The 13 programs take viewers through each phase of new home construction from site planning to the finished home enhancements. Side-bar segments offer insightful ways to achieve great home enhancements by using tools, products, and sweat equity.