Builder Magazine

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Aurora Zeledon

Want something different than modern farmhouse for your clients? Something with a little more storybook charm? Maybe it's time for modern cottage plans to have their moment. Some designers with whom I've spoken lately think that this, or variations of it, will be the next big trend. Here's one that mixes in just the right amount of whimsy. A stone-covered arch welcomes visitors to the front porch. Note how the garage is tucked away to the side, so it doesn't ruin the effect.

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Vincent Salandro

The second day of the Builder 100 Conference, held at the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, California, provided attendees with an economic outlook, insights from top public company executives, in-depth looks at capital and land markets, and a discussion on the role of technology in the industry's future. Below are nine takeaways from the full day of sessions during the Builder 100 Conference: Soft data is weighing down the economy.

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Steve Ladurantaye |Vincent Salandro

Day one of the Builder 100 Conference at the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, California, kicked off with NAHB CEO Jim Tobin discussing the most pressing issues in the home building industry. The packed agenda throughout the day provided attendees with insight on shifts in the industry, demographic trends, and the perspective of one of the top executives in the industry.

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Vincent Salandro

Day One of the Builder 100 Conference at the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel in Dana Point, California, kicked off with NAHB CEO Jim Tobin discussing the most pressing issues in the home building industry. The packed agenda throughout the day provided attendees with insights on shifts in the industry and demographic trends as well as the perspective of one of the top executives in the industry.

2 weeks ago | builderonline.com | Leah Draffen

It takes a lot of guts to start a home building company. Doing so during the Great Recession? That takes grit. But when others trembled at the thought of diving into a new business, Patrick Zalupski saw an opportunity. “I had a condo project going, and obviously it struggled like nearly every real estate deal in that period,” says Zalupski, Dream Finders Homes founder and CEO.