This white kitchen design transforms the heart of the home into a modern masterpiece. The design is taken to the next level by adding a touch of nature with a stunning natural wood island backsplash. The faceted subway tile and perfectly staggered pendants add an extra dose of sophistication. White kitchens can be overdone, so creating a unique and compelling space took creative use of texture and finishes to keep an updated look. Builder | Schumacher HomesInterior Designer | Possibilities For DesignPhotographer…

Close to 23% (or over 2.5 million) of workers employed in construction are self-employed, according to the 2022 American Community Survey (ACS). As industry payrolls expanded in 2022, the share of self-employed inched down. However, the share remained higher than it was in 2019, before the pandemic rattled the labor market. Even though the COVID-19…

NAHB’s analysis of Census Data from the Quarterly Starts and Completions by Purpose and Design survey indicates a slowing market for custom home building after a recent gain in market share. The subsector’s greater reliance on cash buyers has not shielded it from recent market softening, which in turn is putting downward pressure on home builder sentiment….

Nonfarm payroll employment increased in 38 states and the District of Columbia in April compared to the previous month, while 11 states saw a decrease. Alaska reported no change during this time. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, nationwide total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 175,000 in April, following a gain of 315,000 jobs…

According to NAHB analysis of quarterly Census data, the count of multifamily, for-rent housing starts declined significantly during the first quarter of 2024. For the quarter, 80,000 multifamily residences started construction. Of this total, 75,000 were built-for-rent. This marks a notable 39% decline from the first quarter of 2023 for the multifamily built-for-rent category. The…

As the social and cultural heart of this 413-acre master-planned community with a mix of condos, townhouses, single-family homes and subsidized rentals, the Wellness Center offers a welcoming presence that celebrates health, wellness and connectivity. It features a gym with indoor and outdoor community gathering areas, locker rooms, barbecue court and adjoining multi-pool facilities. The Fit Athletic partnership brings its approach to complete mind and body wellness to the residents with personal training, group fitness, and social events. The building…

Single-family built-for-rent construction posted year-over-year gains as of the first quarter of 2024, as builders sought to add additional rental housing in a market facing ongoing, elevated mortgage interest rates. According to NAHB’s analysis of data from the Census Bureau’s Quarterly Starts and Completions by Purpose and Design, there were approximately 18,000 single-family built-for-rent (SFBFR) starts…

Whether you’re a seasoned designer seeking fresh inspiration or an enthusiast eager to stay ahead of the curve, this presentation offers a comprehensive glimpse into the diverse and dynamic landscape of residential design trends. View May’s Design Bite The post May Design Bites is now Live! first appeared on Best In American Living.

Year-over-year gains for townhouse construction continued at the start of 2024 as demand for medium-density housing continues to be strong. According to NAHB analysis of the most recent Census data of Starts and Completions by Purpose and Design, during the first quarter of 2024, single-family attached starts totaled 42,000, which is 45% higher than the first quarter…

Single-family starts remained flat in April as mortgage interest rates moved above 7% last month and builders continued to face tight lending conditions. Overall housing starts increased 5.7% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.36 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the…