New Construction

A new home on the Oregon coast blends reclaimed materials with durable details by Nathan Good

Here are the many ways one builder uses a free design program to avoid complications, to plan more efficiently, and to raise the quality of his work. by Matt Jackson

Learn about two fundamental design consideration to add flow to a floor plan by Katie Hutchison

Resourceful homeowners apply Duo Dickinson's "10 steps to reduce an architect's fees" to rebuild the home they lost in a fire by Robyn Aitken

Proven ways to save the design team’s time and your money by Duo Dickinson

Using a construction calculator during planning helps avoid wasting time, money, and materials by Rick Arnold

Tips for getting the most out of limited square footage by Sean Groom

From the ashes rises a Mediterranean-style home with eclectic details, commanding views, and comfortable rooms by John Connell

Although a 200-amp service is adequate for most residences, calculating the actual load is a good idea. This chart from Code Check Electrical can help you with your calculations. by Clifford A. Popejoy

By including his subcontractors in the design process and watching every penny, a Midwestern builder creates attractive starter homes for $45 per sq. ft. by Fernando Pagés Ruiz

A Texas builder tackles affordable housing with recycled materials, job-site waste and minimum-wage crews by Dan Phillips

This economical house design features factory-built rooms that surround a post-and-beam core by Libby Schroeder

In an open letter to his clients, a builder prepares them for the inevitable squeaks and cracks by John Lemon

A three-step approach helps you calculate the best size for your house by Andy Engel