By Pro Builder Magazine From stylish custom homes to a mixed-use infill project in Music City, these four award-winning projects from the 2023 Best in American Living Awards. (BALA) exemplify the tenets of outstanding housing and community design. Scroll down to be inspired.  Continue reading at : 2023 BALA Winners: The Best of the Best | Pro Builder The post 2023 BALA Winners: The Best of the Best first appeared on Best In American Living.

NAHB analysis of the most recent Quarterly Sales by Price and Financing report reveals that the share of new home sales backed by VA loans climbed substantially in the first quarter of 2024, while all-cash sales share fell by nearly 30%. However, the median purchase price of homes bought with cash continued to increase in…

Island Breeze, situated on the bayfront of Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota, Fla., epitomizes an unparalleled balance of style, craftsmanship, sustainability and low maintenance. Drawing inspiration from the Abaco Islands, the home gracefully unites historical elegance and modern simplicity to create a luxurious waterfront retreat. The exterior’s radius roof lines, adorned with cedar shake, hand-bent copper roofs, and Carolina brick, resonate with timeless craftsmanship and a family’s cherished memories. Inside, spaces such as the great room, with a soaring fireplace…

Despite higher interest rates last month, new home sales rose in March due to limited inventory of existing homes. However, the pace of new home sales will be under pressure in April as mortgage rates moved above 7% this month, which is expected to moderate sales and increase the use of builder sales incentives this…

Based on new demographic analysis of 2020 Census population counts, the Census Bureau estimates that children between the ages of 0 to 4 were undercounted by over one million. This age range is historically undercounted in the population surveys but with the addition of conducting the decennial census in the midst of a pandemic, the…

A recent NAHB study on home buyer preferences* found that a single-family detached home remains the first purchase option for two of every three buyers.  Far smaller shares are looking to buy a townhome (16%), a multifamily home (10%), or a manufactured home (5%). In the face of such strong preference for a detached home,…

Green homes go beyond lessening their environmental impact; they also actively mitigate the effects of the environment upon them. All homes can face damage from environmental hazards, prompting builders to implement resiliency practices to reduce such risks. This post will detail the prevalence of resiliency building, specific practices by hazard, as well as resiliency certification…

The Hadley is a 26-story apartment tower located in the heart of Atlanta’s Midtown neighborhood, with 300 luxury residences averaging 980 square feet. Situated between Tech Square—the area with the highest concentration of technology-oriented companies in the Southeast—and the historic St. Mark United Methodist Church, The Hadley sits in the business and cultural heart of the city. At The Hadley, effortless elegance meets exceptional standards. The Hadley’s upscale studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom modern residences are perched above Midtown’s vibrant…

Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 44 states in March compared to the previous month, while six states and the District of Columbia saw a decrease. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nationwide total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 303,000 in March, following a gain of 270,000 jobs in February. On a month-over-month basis, employment…

The Homestead Revival Stairwell is a captivating testament to the harmonious blend of history and modernity. This newly renovated space pays homage to the original charm of the early 1900s farmhouse while infusing it with new life and character. One of the most striking features of this stairwell is its custom wainscoting, meticulously crafted to provide an elegant backdrop for the art pieces that adorn the walls. The wainscoting not only preserves the vintage aesthetic but also showcases the home…