How We Can Reinvent Home Building to Meet Current Challenges and Future Needs
The pandemic rocked traditional rules and roles for work and home and reset expectations. Now it’s time for fresh solutions in home building
From Infill Lot to Urban Oasis: Home Design That Maximizes a Compact Site
Elevated creativity makes the most of a tiny tree-filled lot to create a light-filled, modern farmhouse in this award-winning design in Austin
Home Design That Differentiates
Shifting consumer attitudes and lifestyle needs demand new thinking in home builders' approach to designing homes
Attainable Housing Options: Rethinking the Starter Home
Three rapidly emerging design and development trends are helping to make housing more attainable without sacrificing style or convenience
Fresh Design Ideas for Open-Plan Kitchens and Living Spaces
Pro Builder's House Review team offers ways home builders can update and improve the design of open-plan kitchen, dining, living spaces
The Desert Comfort Idea Home: a True Desert Oasis
A challenging environment, ambitious building-performance goals, and modern aesthetics come together in a stunning, net zero custom home in Arizona's Sonoran Desert
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Design
Custom Home: A Modern Design of Light and Magic
This light-filled California custom home reached back into the past to create a stunning present and a memorable future with a design that offers diverse outdoor living options and an invitingly warm, modern aesthetic
House Review
On-the-Boards Designs for Today's Homebuyer
Pro Builder's House Review design team's ideas for meeting the needs of today's buyers, whether they're seeking a luxury single-family home, townhouse, or bungalow
Kitchen + Bath
How Herb Kohler Jr. Transformed Bathroom Design
In the week after his passing, the housing industry is taking a look back at Herb Kohler Jr.'s influence on bathroom design throughout his many decades at the helm of Kohler Co.
Design
Multifamily Rental: Big House, Big Impact in Texas
At Hermosa Village near Austin, Texas, modern farmhouse-style apartment buildings and a creative amenities package make this high-density multifamily rental development a standout
Design
How Can Home Builders Create a Better End Product for Buyers?
Housing Design Matters offers ways home builders can improve a homeowner’s experience
House Review
Home Designs Offering Outdoor Living Opportunities on Smaller Lots
Land and construction costs are on the rise, making smaller lots a necessity. But buyer desire for outdoor living spaces has surged since the pandemic. These designs marry small lots with vibrant outdoor living
Home Technology
Voice-Controlled Tech on the Rise With Home Builders and Designers
Voice technology is becoming an essential, not optional, staple of future homes
New-Home Sales
Home Builders: What Can You Leave Out But Still Sell?
Many home builders are examining ways they could cut costs while still delivering a great quality home to buyers
House Review
ADU Design Ideas for Greater Housing Choice
Accessory dwelling units are making a comeback and diversifying affordable housing options. These house plans offer imaginative, purposeful ADU designs
Community Development
Building a Pedestrian-Friendly Legacy Community
A home's community is an often overlooked 'X factor' determining (at least in part) its resale value. These tips from Housing Design Matters make community a priority