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House Plan of the Week: Chic Modern Duplex

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Aurora Zeledon

Lately, it feels like there's been a deluge of stylish duplex plans and multifamily designs. Here's another one. See more views of this layout at Houseplans. On the exterior, what the designer describes as "a blend of contemporary lines and cozy cottage aesthetics" results in quite a bit of visual interest. Note the single-car garage for each unit. The main level showcases an open layout that provides ample storage.
Is the Modern Farmhouse Going Out of Style?

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Heather Wright

A staple on home design shows and social media, the modern farmhouse has dominated housing trends for years, but is it still popular? The modern farmhouse floor plan, which favors natural light and free flowing spaces is still a bestseller. However, standard modern farmhouse decor is out, as homeowners gravitate towards transitional, traditional and contemporary styles.
Spring Into Stain Season With These Standout Colors of 2025

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Symone Strong

Curb appeal starts with color, and in 2025, exterior stains are doing more than just protecting wood—they’re setting the tone for the entire home. From warm, wood-toned washes to moody, bold hues, this year’s top stains are designed to elevate architectural details and complement a home’s natural surroundings. Whether a project leans minimalist or rustic-chic, these shades help create exteriors that feel intentional, elevated, and enduring.
How Acres.com Is Streamlining Property Decisions

1 week ago | builderonline.com | Vincent Salandro

With the nation facing a housing shortage in the millions of units, land is both a necessity and a prized asset in today’s market. In the midst of the modern-day land rush, tools that offer stakeholders clear, complete, and actionable data can not only enhance efficiency—but also save companies millions. Enter Acres.com. Launched in 2022, this land data and mapping platform provides information for over 150 million parcels of land nationwide.
The AI Revolution Is Coming for the Home Building Industry

3 weeks ago | builderonline.com | Vincent Salandro

The home building industry has traditionally been slow to adopt new technologies. However, technology is no longer seen as something to avoid, and the latest innovation, artificial intelligence, is one that experts believe builders cannot afford to overlook. “When builders start realizing their competitors are pulling ahead of them, they will then start to look into AI more,” says Erik Cofield, vice president of strategy at Merlin AI, an AI-first construction ERP system.
House Plan of the Week: Midcentury Modern

4 weeks ago | builderonline.com | Aurora Zeledon

Here's a fresh take on midcentury modern design. What brings it into the present? Tons of storage, a home office, and bathrooms for everyone. The exterior showcases walls of windows and a courtyard. See what it looks like with privacy walls up. The three-car garage opens to the side and doesn't detract from the considerable curb appeal. Inside, the open layout flows from the great room into the island kitchen and the generous dining area. From here, you can step out to the spacious covered patio.
James Hardie Acquires The AZEK Company in $8.75 Billion Deal

1 month ago | builderonline.com | Vincent Salandro

James Hardie and The AZEK Company have entered a definitive agreement to combine operations. Under the agreement, James Hardie will acquire AZEK for a combination of cash and James Hardie shares with a transaction value of $8.75 billion. The combination of the two companies will create a leading exterior and outdoor living products platform.
New Home Sales Dip in February: Zonda

1 month ago | builderonline.com | Michael Letendre

New home sales dipped nearly 12% in February compared to last year, even as the national market held steady at an average level of performance for the second consecutive month, according to Zonda’s latest New Home Market Update. Why It Matters: The pace of new home sales is becoming increasingly uneven across the country. Larger builders are doing better than smaller ones, and buyers looking for higher-priced homes are showing more resilience than entry-level shoppers.
Lennar Beats Street, Warns of Weak Market

1 month ago | builderonline.com | Steve Ladurantaye

Lennar delivered more homes than expected in the first quarter, but incentives drove down its average sales price, which was 1% lower than the same quarter last year at $408,000. Why it matters: As America’s second-largest builder, the company’s results are seen as a bellwether for the industry. Its use of incentives suggests that consumers remain skittish about prices and are looking for breaks where they can get them.
Earnings Roundup: Smith Douglas Homes and United Homes Group

1 month ago | builderonline.com | Vincent Salandro

The fourth quarter earnings period closed out with the two newest public home builders—Smith Douglas Homes and United Homes Group—reporting financial results for the quarter and the full fiscal year. Both posted strong results, growing closings in both the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year, while noting many of the same trends cited by their peers—affordability and macroeconomic uncertainty—remain headwinds.