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After the Pandemic, What Matters Most in New-Home Design?
Research After the Pandemic, What Matters Most in New-Home Design? The third wave of the America at Home Study uncovers how living behaviors and needs have shifted over the past two years. read more
What Is the Millennial Mindset on Owning vs. Renting?
Housing Data What Is the Millennial Mindset on Owning vs. Renting? As the largest living generation in the U.S., millennials will greatly impact housing demand going forward. read more
A New Source of Builder Income
Builder Intel A New Source of Builder Income Now any home builder can take advantage of a home insurance breakthrough. read more
2023 Product Guide Features 45 Must-See Residential Innovations
Products 2023 Product Guide Features 45 Must-See Residential Innovations Divided across five categories, BUILDER's annual guide highlights the latest products from IBS and more. read more
Market Snapshot: Dallas-Fort Worth
Housing Data Market Snapshot: Dallas-Fort Worth As demand for new homes contracts, build-to-rent single-family homes have gained market share. read more
5 Tips for Selecting a Preferred Lender
Finance 5 Tips for Selecting a Preferred Lender Mortgage expert Nicollette Chapman says choosing the right lender partner can make all the difference in a builder’s profitability. read more
Mobility Matters—and That's a Huge Problem for the 2023 Market
Economics Mobility Matters—and That's a Huge Problem for the 2023 Market Fewer people are set to move than at any other time in the history of the U.S., but a thaw could be coming. read more
Build-to-Rent Reset: Navigating Investors and Opportunities
Finance Build-to-Rent Reset: Navigating Investors and Opportunities As institutional investors pull back, home builders are left in limbo. Although... read more
New-Home Mortgage Applications Increase for Second Consecutive Month
Mortgages and Banking New-Home Mortgage Applications Increase for Second Consecutive Month Despite the increase in mortgage applications, prospective buyers remain... read more
2023 Product Guide: Exteriors and Structural
Products 2023 Product Guide: Exteriors and Structural Find the latest exterior and structural products from Trex, Westlake Royal Building Products, Huber Engineered Woods, MoistureShield, and more. read more
Could the Bank Failures Help Bring Home Buyers Off the Sidelines?
Mortgages and Banking Could the Bank Failures Help Bring Home Buyers Off the Sidelines? The recent bank failures may prompt the Fed to take a pause on short-term rate increases, giving home buyers some relief, economists say. read more

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Farmhouse plan 1074-72 front exterior. See details at Houseplans.com.
House Plan of the Week: Farmhouse Under 1,900 Square Feet

This modest home design puts four bedrooms on one level.

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Farmhouse Plan 928-373 Front Exterior at Houseplans.com. Photo by Ashley Avila.
House Plan of the Week: Luxury Farmhouse from Visbeen Architects

This new farmhouse plan is filled with unique details.

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Modern ADU house plan 895-148. See details at Houseplans.com.
House Plan of the Week: Modern ADU

Take a look at a cool accessory dwelling unit design.

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Luxury modern farmhouse 1074-70 front exterior. See details at Houseplans.com.
House Plan of the Week: Indoor/Outdoor Flow

This brand-new home design showcases one-story luxury and an outdoor kitchen.

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After the Pandemic, What Matters Most in New-Home Design?

The third wave of the America at Home Study uncovers how living behaviors and... More

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House Plan of the Week: Farmhouse Under 1,900 Square Feet

This modest home design puts four bedrooms on one level. More

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6 Top-Notch Master Plan Communities in the U.S.

The following communities have all earned the title Master Plan Community of the... More

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House Plan of the Week: Luxury Farmhouse from Visbeen Architects

This new farmhouse plan is filled with unique details. More

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Call for Entries: 2023 Builder's Choice Design Awards

The 2023 edition of the annual residential design awards program will accept... More

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House Plan of the Week: Modern ADU

Take a look at a cool accessory dwelling unit design. More

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Why AI Is Your New Productivity Companion

Stop worrying about being replaced by artificial intelligence. Instead, experiment... More

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Call for Entries: 2023 Gold Nugget Awards

PCBC's annual design program will accept entries until March 31. More

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What Home Features Are Expected Today, and Which Exceed Buyer Expectations?

In her most recent webinar, Zonda's Mollie Carmichael gives an in-depth look at... More

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