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on May 01,2013 in Feature

FHFA sets Fannie and Freddie reforms; New arrivals migrate to homeownership; Millennials prefer small and smart; Toll Brothers to build near Denver; Weekley Homes expands to Salt Lake City;...

on April 24,2013 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

AvalonBay’s Ava H Street apartment community in Washington, D.C., taps the Millennial mindset with such features as customizable closets and a Twitter wall in the lobby. 

on April 02,2013 in Feature

The builders of these primary residences in Arizona, Connecticut, and Texas faced a similar challenge: Develop and maintain strong relationships with their clients.

Even the hottest-selling plans from a few years ago need updating to match the c
on January 29,2013 in Feature

Even the hottest-selling plans from a few years ago need updating to match the current trends in residential design. Professional Builder’s House Review team demonstrates how to...

With a dual theme of “design innovation and attainable sustainability,” the Show
on January 20,2013 in Feature

With a dual theme of “design innovation and attainable sustainability,” the Show Village homes at the International Builders' Show push the envelope when it comes to both modular housing design...

3 ways to huge profits through Lean design
By Todd Hallett on January 05,2013 in Feature

Production builders are reducing construction costs by thousands through the use of Lean design techniques. Architect and Lean design expert Todd Hallett demonstrates how to get started.

on December 15,2012 in Feature

Professional Builder’s House Review design team offers six infill housing design concepts.

Designs that were popular during the housing boom will probably need some fine-t
By Susan Bady on December 09,2012 in Feature

Designs that were popular during the housing boom will probably need some fine-tuning to make them appeal to the current market. By updating plans, builders can also trim the fat and save money....

Path to Zero: Tips for building net-zero energy homes
By David Barista on November 18,2012 in Feature

Building scientists and leading home builders offer tips and techniques for designing and building 'market-rate' net-zero energy homes.

The upside of infill development
on November 11,2012 in Feature

Demand is high for infill housing in urban areas as well as established suburbs. When done right, such projects can trigger positive changes in the surrounding neighborhood.

5 master suite design concepts
on November 11,2012 in Feature

Professional Builder’s House Review design team offers five concepts that maximize the functionality, efficiency, and privacy of the master suite.

Demand swells for multi-generational housing
on September 07,2012 in Feature

In response to the number of families doubling up, builders are introducing new designs that offer independence and privacy as well as togetherness.

6 house designs that maximize curb appeal
on August 30,2012 in Feature

By paying attention to proportions and scale and using the right materials, Professional Builder’s House Review design team proves that builders can create stunning home exteriors on virtually any...

Sarah Susanka’s ‘not so big’ design ideas for the post recession economy
on August 19,2012 in Feature (Web Exclusive)

Architect Sarah Susanka presents seven proven design ideas from her Not So Big Showhouse at SchoolStreet community in Libertyville Ill.

Layout flexibility, economical footprints, and killer curb appeal are among the
on August 12,2012 in Feature

Layout flexibility, economical footprints, and killer curb appeal are among the common traits of the five best-selling house plans presented by the House Review team.

Home designs take aim at Generation Y
on August 12,2012 in Feature

The latest residential designs are geared to Generation Y, a group that includes young singles looking for “starter” apartments, as well as older buyers who need space for growing families.

One-of-a-Kind Green Homes
on August 10,2012 in Feature

These custom-built homes make a strong design statement while delivering a high level of energy and resource efficiency.

10 steps to mastering field quality
on August 03,2012 in Feature

Quality management guru Scott Sedam outlines proven processes for getting your field quality in order.

on July 25,2012 in Feature

Flexible home designs that appeal to a wide array of buyers contributed to the success of the Whitehall at Bryn Mawr luxury townhome community in Bryn Mawr, Pa. Bill Warwick of BartonPartners...

15 great ideas from leaders in residential design
on July 24,2012 in Feature

Architects and designers present their best design ideas for jump-starting home building