Oklahoma insurance commissioner advocates stronger codes for tornado resilience
The commissioner says Tornado Alley has not updated building codes in line with new technology and building practices known to make structures more resilient to high winds.
‘Brick & Kick,’ Open the Borders, or ... ?
Scott Sedam takes a look at the choices and responsibilities in solving the trade shortage
At Tax Time, A Few Thoughts
Tax changes over the years have rendered the mortgage interest tax deduction nearly useless
Is the MPC Dead, or Being Reborn?
Reports of the demise of the master planned community may be greatly exaggerated
Housing Giants Faced Strong Headwinds This Year
In a home building landscape filled with obstacles and challenges, the Housing Giants strive to discover new avenues leading to increased growth
Land Planning
A Traditional Idea Made New: Agrihoods
Access to locally grown, organic food is emerging as the hottest tool for building communities. Welcome to the agrihood
Master Planned Communities
The Reinvention of the Master Planned Community
Cookie-cutter streetscapes are giving way in master planned communities, as the builders that build them are focusing on product diversity, quality of life, and neighborhoods
Thinking Big With a Micro Master Plan
Dwell Development enhances a Seattle infill master planned community with sustainable houses
Affordability
Reaching First-Time Buyers With Starter Homes
Despite a litany of obstacles, Housing Giants large and small are reaching the market’s biggest buyer segment: first-timers
2016 Housing Giants Rankings
Professional Builder’s annual Housing Giants list, ranked by revenue, includes 252 of the nation’s largest builders
