When I saw it, I thought, “Jack’s done it again.” He grounded the house in its setting by choosing the Spanish-influenced style, then blended that style with a casual liveability that instantly says “home.”

If you get a chance, go cruise around HGTVPro.com. Check out their special feature, Building the 2009 HGTV Green Home.

My favorite piece? The Field Reports — a blog that keeps you updated on all the happenings at the construction site.

Also be sure to visit visit their Green Building page for info that can help you improve your winter utility bills and breathe easier with better air quality.

Be sure to stay tuned…floor plans of the 2009 HGTV Green Home are coming soon.

Editor’s Note: If you’ve been watching the blog the last couple of days, you’ll notice that the rendering picture has changed. We just got an updated image from Jack, which I wanted to share with you, hot off the press.

Hey HGTV Green Home fans, the big day is finally here! Without further ado, here’s Jack Thomasson to announce the location of HGTV Green Home 2009! (Is it just me, or is he looking particularly handsome on horseback?)

And if you love following the construction of HGTV’s Green Homes as much as I do, check out HGTVPro.com’s Building the 2009 HGTV Green Home. In addition to today’s location announcement, you’ll be able to see videos and slide shows of the home being built from the ground up. Plus, get field reports from blogger Marilyn Bauer, who’s got all the behind-the-scenes scoop from the construction site.

We’re getting closer and closer to revealing the location of the next HGTV Green Home. But what would you do if I told you it’s only four days away?

Hunters, here’s your final clue:

In the grand tradition of HGTV giveaways, the HGTV Green Home has become not just one of our favorite events, but one of the core events of our year. In other words, can you believe the answer’s been here all along?

And be sure to tune in Monday when house planner Jack Thomasson will reveal the location of the next HGTV Green Home!

So, are you ready? Here you go:

Trek on over to our sister site, frontdoor.com, where — in addition to the next clue — you can get free expert advice on buying, staging and selling your home.

Once you find the answer, come back here and make your guess. Can’t wait to hear what you think!

Come back here after the show and tell us your best guess.

Did you miss the clue on Thursday night? Here it is again:

State Animal: Panther

By the way, have you checked out our Halloween decorating, party and pumpkin ideas? They’ll help you get ready for the big night — which is a week from tomorrow!

If you want something fun to occupy the time between now and then, test your Green I.Q. with the FineLiving.com Eco-Friendly Living Quiz.

I got 9 out of 10 (which officially qualifies me for green geekdom). What did you get?

Every one of these words could be associated in one way or another with the area where the HGTV Green Home 2009 is located. Have fun guessing!

And be sure to tune in as House Hunters International on Thursday at 10/9c for your next clue. We’re getting closer every day to finding out the location of the next HGTV Green Home!

Miss an episode of House Hunters International? Catch up on full episodes any time.

Hey there, HGTV Green Home fans. Ready for your fourth clue? Here’s Carter to tell you where to find it.

Come back after you’ve tracked it down and share your answer in the comments below.

Get more green tips from Carter and show how you’ve made the world a more eco-friendly place at HGTV’s Change the World.

Clue #3: At least two of these HGTV Dream Homes are located in the same region as the 2009 HGTV Green Home.

Think you’ve got it figured out? Post your guesses in the comments.

And don’t forget to stop by HGTVPro for the latest photos, videos and updates from the HGTV Dream Home construction site.

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It’s time for your second clue…and who better than HGTV’s favorite green guru, Carter Oosterhouse, to help you find it? Be sure to come back here and post your answers after you’ve found the clue.

Speaking of Carter, check out his latest green living tips and other eco-friendly home ideas at Ecologue.com.

Catch the Clue…Again

Here’s the direct link to the clue for those who missed it when it was live on the Ecologue.com homepage the week of Oct. 9.