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Sightlines between two cottages planned to offer picturesque views
Smaller homes don't just reflect cost savings, they mirror changing consumer preferences and attitudes about housing today
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For the dining room at Southridge Pointe by Tri Pointe Homes and WHA in Las Vegas, Pacific Dimensions added subtle texture to one wall, a relatively low-cost yet memorable accent.
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Adjacent to a new Florida Turnpike interchange south of Orlando, the Crossprairie master plan, now under construction, includes approvals for 5,200 residential units and nearly 3 million square feet of commercial space across approximately 1,500 acres.
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Design

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Developing small-scale cluster housing projects diversifies the housing stock while maintaining the general character of an established neighborhood.
Current land use and zoning frameworks steer developers toward single-family homes or large-scale projects, leaving a gap in the housing spectrum for “missing middle” housing
April 1, 2026
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Steer clear of these costly mistakes when installing high-end fenestration systems.
April 1, 2026
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The 2nd annual National Housing Supply Summit offered several ideas to address the affordability crisis, but affecting them will be far more difficult
March 28, 2026
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Cozy outdoor space featuring outdoor fireplace
Homebuyers are willing to pay more for spaces that feel highly personal, offer cozy amenities, and are move-in ready
March 26, 2026

Construction

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Mason laying brick on exterior of home
The Trades 40 Under 40 program seeks to recognize 40 tradespeople under the age of 40. Nominations for the program are now open through April 30, with honorees set to be recognized...
April 2, 2026
She Built Fundation Ambassadors (L-R) Blake Udine, Zoey Gerson, and Wynee Druschel made quite an impression at the 2026 International Builders' Show, educating and encouraging adults and kids alike about careers in the skilled construction trades.
At the 2026 International Builders’ Show, The She Built Foundation enlisted a trio of young female ambassadors to share the message of career opportunities for women in construction...
April 2, 2026
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Building smaller homes at higher densities on infill lots helps diversify the housing stock and enables attainability.
A diverse housing stock provides options for households at different life stages, incomes, and sizes
April 1, 2026
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NAHB's annual Legislative Conference, held in June, brings federal lawmakers and home builders from across the country together on Capitol Hill to discuss and share ideas about housing policy and critical issues facing the industry.
The Federation continues to fight for builders across a complex and integrated array of hindrances to housing supply and attainability
March 31, 2026

Business Management

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Movers bring boxes into a new home
Interstate moves have fallen over the last few years, but Gen Z is still finding their way to affordable Sun Belt and Mountain West metros
April 2, 2026
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Home For Sale
In February, more than half of all listings sat on the market for 60 days or more
April 2, 2026
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The decision is a big win for NAHB, builders, and homebuyers by enabling greater housing attainability
March 31, 2026
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Single-family home under construction
In Q-4 2025, micro-counties saw single-family construction activity grow by 1.6%. Meanwhile, larger, more populous metros saw construction activity decline
March 31, 2026

Sales + Marketing

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Older homeowner holding a set of keys
As most age groups experience a decline in real estate wealth, the oldest group of Americans—those 70 and up—have consistently seen their real estate wealth expand
March 17, 2026
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Sales team meeting with potential homebuyers
With sales performance declining and burnout rising, effective leadership can make all the difference in navigating the current housing market
Feb. 27, 2026
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Young homebuyers meeting with a real estate agent
In 2025, the median first-time homebuyer age declined to 35, down from 36 the year prior and down from the 2018 peak of 38
Feb. 26, 2026
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Sales person meeting with potential clients
When trying to turn leads into sales, it's important to know what not do
Feb. 7, 2026

Idea Homes

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OA Design + Build + Architecture is an award-winning design + build firm devoted to green building and urban living.Our work spans a variety of architectural and design styles...
April 1, 2026
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The Twin Cities Multi-Gen Idea Home, also called the Generational Home, is more than a house—it’s a forward-thinking model for how families can live and thrive together...
March 24, 2026

Events

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PB Show Village 2026 compilation
The Show Village website offers a wealth of content about the featured homes, how-to demonstrations by ProTradeCraft, and innovative products and solutions from our sponsors, ...
March 25, 2026
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Woman construction worker
Nationwide, just 11.7% of the construction workforce is made up of women, but some states surpass this figure
Feb. 27, 2026