Timber sales largely unaffected by war in Iran
Impacts of the war in Iran on the timber industry will likely be minimal indicated by professionals in the industry.
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Author: Sofia Feeney
Arizona may eliminate home design rules
A new bill in the Arizona Senate, SB1431, would restrict municipal power governing planned communities and home design. This bill
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KB Home reports first quarter 2026 results
KB Home operates in 49 markets, in the first quarter 2026 results reported net orders of 2,846 increased by 3%.
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HomeAid Sacramento is beacon of hope for young adults
This March marks the first anniversary of HomeAid Sacramento’s (HAS) Adopt a Cabin Campaign at The Grove and its impact
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Trumark Homes acquires JK Monarch
On March 20,2026, Trumark Homes announced the acquisition of homebuilder JK Monarch. This strategic acquisition expands Trumark’s footprint into the
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AIA/Deltek ABI reports slight uptick in billings
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) released the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index® (ABI) for February. The report indicated a slight
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Inside Award-Winning Architecture
As the housing market has shifted, our work has placed greater emphasis on efficiency, flexibility and long-term value. We’ve seen
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Nick Slevin Returns to NBC’s The Water Zone to Spotlight Water Innovation Through the ABC Green Home Project
Since its launch in 2011, the ABC Green Home Project, created by Builder Media, has spent fifteen years demonstrating how
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Danielian Associates shares completed NorCal projects
Danielian Associates, award-winning architecture and planning studio announces their recently completed project in collaboration with K. Hovnanian® Homes. This design was
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Design that Stands the Test of Time
Hank Hill, founder and owner of the Hank Hill Company began building spec houses in June of 1976. While this
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Fed continues holding pattern
During the March meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee, the Fed decided to hold short-term federal funds rate at
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Celebrate Women in Construction Week with B&D
As the industry celebrates Women in Construction Week, it’s a great moment to acknowledge the leadership and impact of women
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Most homebuying Americans are not discouraged by Iran conflict
In a recent survey from Redfin, 56% of respondents indicated the Iran war has no impact on their plans to
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Understanding trends to make smart land, product and capital decisions
For builders, developers and rental operators, 2026 is shaping up to be a year defined by demographic crosscurrents. Some forces
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Focusing on Value Driven Design
If there’s one thing that’s become clear over the past year, it’s that buyers are getting a lot more intentional
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JBREC reports investors remain set on U.S. housing
Rick Palacios, Jr., John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC) Director of Research and Managing Principal attended SFVegas 2026 and gave
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ABC Green Home 5.0 TerraVerde Gains Momentum with Legacy Partners LP Building Solutions and Reliable Lumber
Two-year architect-led demonstration home highlights resilient construction, advanced building systems and reaches more than 300,000 building professionals monthly A new
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City of Portland reports positive start to new housing incentive
The city of Portland, Ore. implemented a financial incentive in summer 2025 for builders to reach the goal of 5,000
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Intentional Elevations to Support Health and Wellness
Highland Homes blends lifestyle and architectural charm in the Jubilee community Highland Homes describes their design philosophy as centering on
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B&D Interview: Sherri Drew, National Vice President of Design Studios at Tri Pointe Homes®
In the details with the NAHB Nationals Gold-winning Design Studio Builder and Developer: As National Vice President of Design Studios
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Mortgage rates drop below 6%
On Feb. 26, mortgage rates reported below 6%, the lowest rate since 2022. According to Freddie Mac’s results of their
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Housing affordability improved in all 50 states
First American reported that housing affordability at the end of 2025 is the strongest in three years. The First American
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Supreme Court decision may improve price of building materials
On Feb. 20, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled that the President’s attempts to use emergency powers under the International Emergency
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Bestbath Introduces Crestline by Bestbath: Luxury Wall Panels Built for Fast, Clean Remodels
Bestbath, a U.S.-based manufacturer of high-performance bathing solutions, today announces the launch of Crestline by Bestbath, a new line of
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Luxury Living in the Sunshine State
David Weekley Homes is the largest privately owned homebuilder, a responsibility upheld through their people-first culture, thoughtful design and quality
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Housing Headwinds are Fading
At last, there’s some good news for builders! The mortgage-rate lock-in effect, which has recently represented one of the biggest
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NAHB elects 2026 leadership
Members of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) elected four members and senior officers to leadership positions within the
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TOTO Unveils the “Aurora Moment” at KBIS 2026
Introducing a New Era of Bathroom Design, Performance and Experience TOTO, the world’s leading plumbing manufacturer with more than $4.8
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Pfister Faucets Wins Best of KBIS 2026 Award for Style Statement: Bath – Silver
Pfister Faucets has been named a winner of the Best of KBIS 2026 Award for Style Statement: Bath – Silver for its Ametrine
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Associated Materials Innovations Unveils Black Exterior Laminate for Vinyl Windows
Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) announced the launch of its Black Exterior Laminate option across many of its vinyl window offerings. The new finish
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Acres.com announces new AI capabilities for land development
Acres.com, a AI land intelligence platform, announced new capabilities in their platform for land evaluation and development. The company says
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