You may wonder how well textbook tactics work out in the field. We spoke with a few developers of current affordable projects, and got a wide range of responses. More
The old board-and-pole closet doesn’t make it in today’s marketplace. A closet specialist shows how to offer custom solutions at a modest cost. More
Corbels, balustrades, sconces, and friezes have found their way back into new and renovation projects. Here’s a survey of the growing marketplace. More
An insider’s view of the regulatory maze and how to get through it without losing your shirt or your mind. More
This primer, adapted from a new NAHB manual, sheds some light on what is fast becoming a major cost of doing business for builders across the U.S. More
A prominent Denver land planner discusses the importance of thoroughly, and quickly, evaluating a development site before making a purchase. More
Two conservation officers explain the basics of erosion control, and why it’s become an issue for builders. More
