Congress advances legislation to lower housing prices
On March 11, 2026, the U.S. Congress advanced legislation to encourage more affordable housing. The bill, which has drawn broad support from industry groups, ‌would overhaul regulations to make it faster and cheaper to build new housing. It would also modernize rules for factory-built housing and ban large investment groups from buying more single-family homes...
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Most homebuying Americans are not discouraged by Iran conflict
In a recent survey from Redfin, 56% of respondents indicated the Iran war has no impact on their plans to make a major purchase. Economists say that this conflict has similar minimal repercussions on major purchasing activity as the federal government shutdown in October...
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Celebrate Women in Construction Week with B&D
This May, Builder and Developer will mark our fourth year of recognizing women in home building leadership. Know a woman who should be featured in our upcoming May issue? Please email nominations to sofia@builder.media
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Alpine architecture blended with modernism
Loudermilk Homes is one of the leading custom luxury design and build firms across Georgia and North Carolina, a testament seen in their three custom homes located in the Saratay Falls community of Cashiers, N.C., Each of the three homes were designed to capture the rustic elements of the mountains in Cashiers, creating an aesthetic that is both rugged and lavish...
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Kingspan
Kingspan is the global leader in advanced insulation and building envelope solutions. Our mission is to accelerate a net-zero emissions built environment with people and planet at its heart. Kingspan products and solutions are enabling circular, de-carbonised buildings that are more thermally efficient, enhance occupant wellbeing and harness natural resources for renewable energy and sustainable water management.
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SunPower
We've been pushing solar innovation forward for over 38 years. And we're the only major U.S. solar company that's lasted longer than our 25-year warranty.† Add on the low-profile mounting, integrated monitoring and access to panels with the highest efficiency in the industry† and it's easy to see why more customers choose SunPower.
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Dupont Tyvek
Whether it’s keeping homes comfortable, protecting workers from on-the-job hazards, enabling a safe response to epidemics or countless other applications—the unique attributes of DuPont™ Tyvek® bring comfort, protection and the gift of life to millions each day.
www.dupont.com

Atlas Roofing
Designed to Withstand Nature's Extreme
Choose from an array of stunning colors and the unmatched strength of Core4® Technology in StormMaster® Shake. This powerful combination beautifies your home's exterior and ensures lasting protection, further enhanced with 3M™ Scotchgard™ Protector. With Class 4 impact resistance and backed by a warranty against 150 mph winds, you're installing the most advanced asphalt roof shingle available today.
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ABC Green Home 5.0 TerraVerde Gains Momentum with Legacy Partners LP Building Solutions and Reliable Lumber
Two-year architect-led demonstration home highlights resilient construction, advanced building systems and reaches more than 300,000 building professionals monthly. Builder Media’s architect-led luxury demonstration home exploring advanced building science, resilient construction and smart home technologies...
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New builder relationship between St. Joe Company and PulteGroup
On March 5, 2025, the St. Joe Company announced a new builder relationship and execution of a contract for homesites with national home builder PulteGroup, Inc., the third largest homebuilding company in the U.S. Plans call for these new homesites to be located in two gated communities along Highway 388, east of State Road 79 near Watersound® West Bay Center...
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Understanding trends to make smart land, product and capital decisions
For builders, developers and rental operators, 2026 is shaping up to be a year defined by demographic crosscurrents. Some forces are generating pent-up currents. Some forces are generating pent-up demand. Others are slowing household growth in the near term...
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Vintage design trends making a comeback in 2026
While design trends come and go, vintage decor, affectionately known as "grandma decor," is making a comeback in 2026. Skirted furniture, cafe curtains and storied antiques bring an unmistakably homey touch that only time-honored pieces can deliver...
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Focusing on Value Driven Design
If there’s one thing that’s become clear over the past year, it’s that buyers are getting a lot more intentional and right now they’re chasing value. They want quality materials, smarter layouts and spaces that work for the way they actually live...
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