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insulate *every* wall in the house, inside as well as outside walls... insulation makes great sound-proofing (but makes it challenging to put cable-runs through existing walls.... ;( )

Rolf

2x10 outside walls with expanded foam insulation
Real storm windows – They're a little hassle but I'm replacing my “modern” storms with the old wood frame ones.
Jim

Definitely, cast pipe thru noise sensitive areas is nice too. Solid or filled doors are a huge help here too.
Dave Lag

And...i think your building in cold climates....I will second the insulation. I first sprayed in insulation (foam) that sealed, insulated and noise barrier...THEN...put bats in. Did all the downstairs ceilings as well...for noise and temperature control.
Alan Smith

Energy costs are going nowhere but up. So the insulation should be maybe twice or more times what code might suggest. Passive solar is also a good thing. Don't forget about the cooling effect of plants and lawns or shading from deciduous plants. Using outdoor water misters in hot climates might also be a way of saving on air conditioning costs.
Brooke Clarke

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