Styrofoam’s Promise for Hurricane-Proof Homes
After seeing Hurricane Michael devastate her community, this mother decided enough was enough: It’s time to build stronger homes
Concept Homes to Promote the Wellness that People Want from Their Homes
The national America at Home Study uncovered how people feel about home and community. Now, a collaborative project is turning that research into two concept homes
Liv-Connected Puts Health in Homeowners' Hands With 'Health Hub'
Liv-Connected's off-site home concept is built for wellness, now integrating health monitoring systems into its plug-and-play home design.
Sustainable, Structural Panels Made From Grass
Could wood OSB become a thing of the past? This startup creates carbon-capturing structural panels made almost entirely from grass.
Splurge or Save? Survey Finds What Buyers Value Most
Opendoor's survey of new construction home buyers shows what they prioritize in today's market: budget-setting, energy-efficient products, and more.
Introducing: World’s First 100% Bio-Based 3D Printed Home
The University of Maine has unveiled a first-of-its-kind bio-based home, utilizing wood fibers, prefabrication, and 3D printing techniques.

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Splurge or Save? Survey Finds What Buyers Value Most
Opendoor's survey of new construction home buyers shows what they prioritize in today's market: budget-setting, energy-efficient products, and more.
Introducing: World’s First 100% Bio-Based 3D Printed Home
The University of Maine has unveiled a first-of-its-kind bio-based home, utilizing wood fibers, prefabrication, and 3D printing techniques.
Color: The Biggest Bang for the Builder’s Buck
According to Mary Cook Associates, colors can have a profound, cost-effective impact but should be chosen to serve the space.
What I Learned From the 2022 EEBA Summit
High-performance homebuilders have a lot on their plate. Here are a few prominent issues of heavy discussion taken from the 2022 EEBA Summit.
The Year Ahead for the Residential Construction Industry
For builders, 2023 likely will bring declining demand, rising costs, and continued mental health struggles. But builders also will benefit from lessons learned.
How Are Color Trends Shifting into 2023?
Two color experts look at the macro trends influencing exterior color and offer tips to leverage the latest tastes and preferences.
Meet the Utopia Editors at IBS 2023
Utopia editors are heading to Las Vegas for the 2023 NAHB International Builders' Show (IBS). Will we see you there?
The 14 Essential Patterns of Biophilic Design
For builders and homeowners alike, these 14 patterns of biophilic design offer a look into the most favorable ways biophilia can be incorporated into a home.
5 Hot Handpicked Kitchen Trends
The New Home Trends Institute delves into design trends, handpicking five hot kitchen trends for home buyers and sellers.
Residential Real Estate Experts Share 5 Trends to Watch in 2023
Taylor Johnson’s housing experts share their insights and predictions for five trends that will shape residential real estate in 2023.