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Over the past decade, the typical single-family home has lost about 323 square feet, but home prices have jumped by nearly 50% during the same time period
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Design

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The Florin model of the Nouveau Collection at Amalyn, a Toll Brothers community in Bethesda, Md., showcases the trend of built outdoor spaces that connect and enhance the home's indoor spaces and overall appeal.
Among features driven by the pandemic, the importance of built outdoor spaces has shown staying power as a valuable selling point
Oct. 22, 2025
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Thoughtful storage solutions go a long way in enhancing a kitchen’s design and functionality. From walk-in pantries to appliance garages, read on to learn what storage features...
Oct. 22, 2025
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Innovation comes in many forms for the housing industry. Take this one-question poll and let us know what's driving you to innovate!
Oct. 22, 2025
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Small kitchens can often feel cramped and unusable, but they don't have to be. Follow these tips to make even the smallest kitchens feel more functional and spacious
Oct. 17, 2025

Construction

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In the latest episode of Women at WIRC, Melissa Kennedy, president of Meadowlark Design Build, discusses the evolution of project management in the home building industry
Nov. 5, 2025
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Oct. 31, 2025
More than half of the survey respondents expressed no concerns at all, but 23% have a moderate to high concerns and 21% report fear among their trade partners.
Thanks for taking our poll! Here are the results from 70 responses.
Oct. 30, 2025
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Phoenix, Ariz., skyline
With 96,000 new jobs added in 2025, the construction industry is seeing heightened demand for skilled trades people, but some cities have more to offer than others
Oct. 30, 2025

Business Management

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Construction workers huddling for a team meeting
Rather than wait for opportunities to fall into your lap, ask yourself these questions to help keep your career trajectory on track
Nov. 6, 2025
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Hand places coins in stacks near model home, indicating saving for a down payment
For many, time isn’t the only sacrifice. Most homebuyers report giving up on retirement savings, working longer hours, and delaying life milestones to buy a house
Nov. 4, 2025
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Row of homes in Florida
While US home-price growth has slowed, some Northeastern and Midwestern metros are seeing rapid price increases
Nov. 4, 2025
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Real estate agent hands buyers a set of keys
The share of first-time homebuyers is shrinking while repeat buyers are coming to the market with cash in hand
Nov. 4, 2025

Sales + Marketing

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Young homebuyers speak to real estate agent
In a recent survey of Gen Z adults, nearly half of all respondents reported feeling ready to buy a home, but only 36% say they are financially prepared to do so
Oct. 16, 2025
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Struggling to program the amenities for your next community? Let these features from the 2025 National Sales & Marketing Awards be your guide
Oct. 8, 2025
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Reducing the size of a loft space gives more footage to secondary bedrooms, a definite 'Do' according to recent consumer research.
Homebuyers have more choices now that resales are making a comeback. Here's how to combat the competition.
Oct. 2, 2025
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Millennial couple holds up keys to new house
In the 50 largest metros, Millennials accounted for 49.7% of purchase requests in 2024. In some metros, however, Millennials accounted for upwards of 60% of all mortgage applications...
Sept. 19, 2025

Idea Homes

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Property lines and utilities have been marked on the Carolla Build Idea Home site, and an existing access road will serve as the location of the main driveway once construction begins.
Building Momentum: Preconstruction Planning Pays Off on the Carolla Home Every custom home project has its turning points, and for the Carolla Build Idea Home in the hills overlooking...
Oct. 30, 2025
A combination of closed cell and open cell insulation achieves R-21 perimeter walls and an R-49 roof system. Batt insulation on the interior walls helps control sound transmission. Photo Credit: Michael Lipman Photography
The NEWLOOK Experience Home isn’t just redefining luxury—it’s raising the standard for energy-efficient design. Built to meet the U.S. Department of Energy’s rigorous Zero Energy...
Oct. 23, 2025

Events

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On the final day of the Women in Residential Construction Conference, Jenkins encouraged women to stay ignited and to maintain a connection with fellow attendees
Oct. 8, 2025
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The pandemic permanently changed how people want to live. In this episode of Women at WIRC, we sit down with the researchers of the America at Home Study to learn the latest
Sept. 22, 2025