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White Is Out: Designers Get Bold With Kitchen Colors
Kitchen White Is Out: Designers Get Bold With Kitchen Colors Learn more about how designers and builders are intelligently incorporating color and textures into today's kitchens. read more
Call for Entries: 2024 Builder's Choice Design Awards
Awards Call for Entries: 2024 Builder's Choice Design Awards The 2024 edition of the annual residential design awards program will accept entries until June 7. read more
Meet the Leading Cause of Builder’s Risk Insurance Claims
Builder Intel Meet the Leading Cause of Builder’s Risk Insurance Claims Water damage helps drive up premiums. Here are 8 ways to fight back. read more
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Existing-Home Sales Slide, Prices Inch Higher in April
Housing Data Existing-Home Sales Slide, Prices Inch Higher in April The median existing-home price increased to its highest-ever level for the month of April, according to the NAR. read more
Hovnanian: We're Living in a 'Goldilocks Environment'
Earnings Reports Hovnanian: We're Living in a 'Goldilocks Environment' The builder’s focus on reducing construction costs and SKUs is yielding cost savings... read more
What to Expect at PCBC 2024
Conferences What to Expect at PCBC 2024 Vice president of events and operations Kimberly DeWeese shares the details of this year's event to be held in Anaheim, California. read more
Solid Demand Drives Record Second Quarter Revenue for Toll Brothers
Earnings Reports Solid Demand Drives Record Second Quarter Revenue for Toll Brothers The home builder continues to execute its strategy of widening price point and increasing the supply of spec homes. read more
Heard Not Seen: Incorporating Hidden Audio Into New Builds
Builder Intel Heard Not Seen: Incorporating Hidden Audio Into New Builds Architectural speakers are gaining traction as a desirable amenity. Here’s what builders need to know. read more
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David Weekley Homes CEO John Johnson to Retire in the Fall
Leadership David Weekley Homes CEO John Johnson to Retire in the Fall Jay Brown, a member of the board of directors, will succeed Johnson following his retirement at the beginning of October. read more
Strong Start to 2024 Continues Through April for New-Home Market
Housing Trends Strong Start to 2024 Continues Through April for New-Home Market Zonda’s count of new-home sales increased 4.8% on a year-over-year basis as... read more
Aggressive, Competitive, and Pricey: The Realities of the Land Market in 2024
Land Aggressive, Competitive, and Pricey: The Realities of the Land Market in 2024 While lot supply remains undersupplied, builders with stronger lot portfolios are remaining opportunistic and active in the land market. read more

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May 23, 2024
  1. BUILDER Existing-Home Sales Slide, Prices Inch Higher...
    Existing-Home Sales Slide, Prices Inch Higher in April
  2. BUILDER Hovnanian: We're Living in a 'Goldilocks...
    Hovnanian: We're Living in a 'Goldilocks Environment'
  3. BUILDER What to Expect at PCBC 2024
    What to Expect at PCBC 2024
  4. BUILDER Solid Demand Drives Record Second Quarter...
    Solid Demand Drives Record Second Quarter Revenue for Toll Brothers
  5. BUILDER David Weekley Homes CEO John Johnson to Retire...
    David Weekley Homes CEO John Johnson to Retire in the Fall
  6. BUILDER Strong Start to 2024 Continues Through April...
    Strong Start to 2024 Continues Through April for New-Home Market
  7. BUILDER Aggressive, Competitive, and Pricey: The...
    Aggressive, Competitive, and Pricey: The Realities of the Land Market in 2024
  8. BUILDER What Builders Can Learn From GE Appliances’...
    What Builders Can Learn From GE Appliances’ Distribution Expert
  9. Eye on Housing Construction Self-Employment Ticks Down to 23%
    Construction Self-Employment Ticks Down to 23%
  10. BUILDER Meet the Winners of the 2024 Ivory Prize for...
    Meet the Winners of the 2024 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability
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Existing-Home Sales Slide, Prices Inch Higher in April
Existing-Home Sales Slide, Prices Inch...
Strong Start to 2024 Continues Through April for New-Home Market
Strong Start to 2024 Continues Through...
Construction Self-Employment Ticks Down to 23%
Construction Self-Employment Ticks Down to...

House Plans

Modern house plan with an open layout, front exterior. See details at Houseplans.
House Plan of the Week: Modern Priorities
By: Aurora Zeledon

Check out how this 1,944-square-foot design uses space wisely.

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Double the Fun: Dive Into This Summer-Ready Duplex Floor Plan
Double the Fun: Dive Into This Summer-Ready Duplex Floor Plan
By: Aurora Zeledon

See how this unique design gives each unit private porches and two suites.

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Farmhouse plan 1096-100 front exterior. See more details at Houseplans.
House Plan of the Week: 4 Beds Under 2,100 Square Feet
By: Aurora Zeledon

See how this simple farmhouse showcases bold curb appeal and a smart use of space.

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Simple lakefront house plan, exterior. See details at Houseplans.
House Plan of the Week: Lakefront Simplicity
By: Aurora Zeledon

This open layout showcases the view on a beautiful lot.

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Design

White Is Out: Designers Get Bold With Kitchen Colors
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White Is Out: Designers Get Bold With Kitchen Colors
By Heather Wright

Learn more about how designers and builders are intelligently incorporating color... More

Tags: Design, Designers, Color, Interior Design, Kitchen
House Plan of the Week: Modern Priorities
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House Plan of the Week: Modern Priorities
By Aurora Zeledon

Check out how this 1,944-square-foot design uses space wisely. More

Tags: Design, Exteriors, Entry-Level, Plans, Floor Plans
Double the Fun: Dive Into This Summer-Ready Duplex Floor Plan
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Double the Fun: Dive Into This Summer-Ready Duplex Floor Plan
By Aurora Zeledon

See how this unique design gives each unit private porches and two suites. More

Tags: Design, Residential Construction, Single Family, Plans, Floor Plans
What a Car Company Learned From Building a Sustainable Smart Home
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What a Car Company Learned From Building a Sustainable Smart Home
By Symone Strong

From 2014 to 2022, the Honda Smart Home was a living laboratory built to... More

Tags: Residential Construction, Model Homes, Sustainability, Net-Zero Energy, Carbon Footprint
House Plan of the Week: 4 Beds Under 2,100 Square Feet
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House Plan of the Week: 4 Beds Under 2,100 Square Feet
By Aurora Zeledon

See how this simple farmhouse showcases bold curb appeal and a smart use of space. More

Tags: Design, Curb Appeal, Exteriors, Plans, Floor Plans
BUILDER Wins Two Neal Awards for Best Profile and Art Direction
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BUILDER Wins Two Neal Awards for Best Profile and Art Direction
By BUILDER Staff

The annual awards recognize excellence in business-to-business journalism. More

Tags: Business, Awards, Office and Business, Zonda, Competitions
New Texas Community Claims to Boost Your Mood
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New Texas Community Claims to Boost Your Mood
By Leah Draffen

Johnson Development Corp. is opening the first single-family community in the... More

Tags: Tri Pointe Homes, Lighting Design, Johnson Development Corp., Highland Homes, Development
House Plan of the Week: Lakefront Simplicity
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House Plan of the Week: Lakefront Simplicity
By Aurora Zeledon

This open layout showcases the view on a beautiful lot. More

Tags: Design, Vacation Homes, Outdoor Spaces, Outdoor Living, Waterfront
House Plan of the Week: Craftsman Farmhouse Curb Appeal
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House Plan of the Week: Craftsman Farmhouse Curb Appeal
By Aurora Zeledon

This three-bedroom home design stands out. More

Tags: Design, Curb Appeal, Exteriors, Plans, Floor Plans
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