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Texas housing market strengthens in first half of 2026
Texas housing market activity strengthened through the first half of 2026, with closed sales outpacing last year’s levels. This suggests that underlying…
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Texas housing market activity strengthened through the first half of 2026, with closed sales outpacing last year’s levels. This suggests that underlying housing demand remains resilient despite ongoing economic headwinds and persistent affordability constraints. Sales gains have been consistent statewide, suggesting that buyers are adapting to current mortgage rates while benefiting from more stable inventory conditions and greater choice.
Pricing trends also point to a gradually improving market environment in Texas. While home prices remain below year-ago levels, the pace of decline has continued to ease.
As the peak home buying season comes to a close, continued improvement in inflation readings should help support market stability by reducing the likelihood of a policy rate increase.
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Prime land prices rise, outlying land readjusts
Well-located land is in high demand, as seen in research from John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC). The company’s 2Q26 Residential Land…
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Well-located land is in high demand, as seen in research from John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC). The company’s 2Q26 Residential Land Survey of the top land brokers nationwide reported the following: Demand remains lower than it was a few years ago. In 2Q24, 76% of brokers rated land demand as Hot or On Fire, but by 2Q26, that number decreased to 33%. However, finished lot prices continue to rise in high-quality A-B locations, up +5% year over year (YOY), while prices fell -2% YOY in farther-out C-D locations.
Higher-quality land is in higher demand, but there are still factors builders and developers should keep an eye on. Developers are encouraged to look out for easing growth. Meanwhile, builders may be able to push for better terms in negotiations with developers in some markets, particularly in oversupplied C-D areas.
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Why you shouldn’t miss our upcoming webinar
In today’s shifting housing market, builders, architects and design-build firms face a shared strategic challenge: expanding project margins and revenue without overextending…
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In today’s shifting housing market, builders, architects and design-build firms face a shared strategic challenge: expanding project margins and revenue without overextending operational capacity. The solution increasingly lies in targeted, high-margin residential interventions—most notably specialized bathroom design and remodeling. Driven by surging demand for universal design, barrier-free living and aging-in-place functionality, bath renovations offer fast project turnarounds, reliable profitability and high-impact value.
Yet integrating or expanding specialized bath remodeling within a design or construction practice without a standardized framework can introduce scope creep, specification friction and costly execution errors. To bridge this gap, Bestbath is hosting an industry Lunch & Learn webinar, Building Your Bathroom Remodel Business, on Oct. 8, 2026.
Industry experts Michael Lunt of Bestbath and licensed contractor Blake Watson of Age-Proof Homes detail the practical mechanics of the trade. Participants will evaluate emerging macro trends, assess exact operational requirements and master field-proven strategies to leverage existing licenses, design teams and site crews without investing in new capital equipment.
For architects and builders seeking to capture lucrative market demand while safeguarding core operations, this session delivers an authoritative blueprint for sustainable business growth.
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Mortgage rates hold steady
Results from Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey revealed that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.66% on Aug. 27, 2026. This…
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Results from Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey revealed that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.66% on Aug. 27, 2026. This is the second time in August that mortgage rates have averaged 6.66%. Mortgage rates remain relatively unchanged throughout the month, holding steady.
“Mortgage rates changed little this week, averaging 6.66%,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “The economy remains resilient, demonstrated by steady consumer spending and rising household incomes. More homes coming on the market and slower price growth in many areas are giving buyers better options and helping create a more balanced housing market.”
The current FRM is slightly up from last week’s average of 6.65%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.56%. The 15-year FRM averaged 5.98%, up from last week when it averaged 5.95%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.69%.
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Berkshire Hathaway doubles down on housing market investment
Berkshire Hathaway just raised its stake in the housing game, upping its stock in production builder Lennar to an estimated 30% or…
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Berkshire Hathaway just raised its stake in the housing game, upping its stock in production builder Lennar to an estimated 30% or $1.157 billion. That’s not the only builder the firm bolstered its investment in. Berkshire Hathaway also purchased stakes in D.R. Horton, the nation’s largest homebuilder, valued at around $580,000.
This all comes about a month after Berkshire Hathaway closed on its $8.5 billion all-cash acquisition of Taylor Morrison.
What does this investment say about the future of housing?
Berkshire Hathaway’s new CEO, Greg Abel, who started the role in January, sees the market making a major comeback from the slump that builders are widely reporting in 2026.
With increased federal investment from the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, big bets are being placed on the future of the built environment.
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Texas housing market strengthens in first half of 2026
Texas housing market activity strengthened through the first half of 2026, with closed sales outpacing last year’s levels. This suggests that underlying housing demand remains resilient despite ongoing economic headwinds and persistent affordability constraints. Sales gains have been consistent statewide, suggesting that buyers are adapting to current mortgage rates while benefiting from more stable inventory conditions and greater choice.
Pricing trends also point to a gradually improving market environment in Texas. While home prices remain below year-ago levels, the pace of decline has continued to ease.
As the peak home buying season comes to a close, continued improvement in inflation readings should help support market stability by reducing the likelihood of a policy rate increase.
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Slump continues in July AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) recently released the AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index® (ABI) for July. The score is 46.6, a dip from June.
Important to note, it reports on all architectural billings, not residential alone. Multifamily residential received a stronger score than overall at 48.4.
AIA announced that the slump in billings is the longest in the ABI’s history, now surpassing three and a half years.
“Macroeconomic uncertainty continues to weigh on the built environment,” said AIA Chief Economist Richard Branch. “High oil prices are putting upward pressure on inflation and may lead to even higher rates in the back half of the year. This will put additional pressure on developers and may lead to a further weakening in billings.”
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California scores most expensive mid-year home sale
The most expensive U.S. home sale of July came from a Bel Air estate in California, known as Casa Encantada. The luxury home sold for $130 million, making it the second-most expensive home sale of 2026 so far.
The other three top sales also came from Southern California: a beachfront Malibu mansion, an architectural gem in Orange County and a Beverly Hills compound. The most expensive mid-summer sales also include two townhouses in Manhattan, New York, and three oceanfront Florida estates.
All 10 of July’s most expensive homes sold for at least $40 million.
Luxury and custom homes continue to provide light in the midst of a struggling housing market.
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Berkshire Hathaway doubles down on housing market investment
Berkshire Hathaway just raised its stake in the housing game, upping its stock in production builder Lennar to an estimated 30% or $1.157 billion. That’s not the only builder the firm bolstered its investment in. Berkshire Hathaway also purchased stakes in D.R. Horton, the nation’s largest homebuilder, valued at around $580,000.
This all comes about a month after Berkshire Hathaway closed on its $8.5 billion all-cash acquisition of Taylor Morrison.
What does this investment say about the future of housing?
Berkshire Hathaway’s new CEO, Greg Abel, who started the role in January, sees the market making a major comeback from the slump that builders are widely reporting in 2026.
With increased federal investment from the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, big bets are being placed on the future of the built environment.
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Mattamy Homes announces new CEO
Mattamy Homes, a family-owned homebuilder in North America that just surpassed 150,000 homes delivered, announced the retirement of its current CEO, Keith Bass.
Bass has led the company since 2020 and will retire Sept. 1, 2026.
Chris Lindhorst, the current Chief Operating Officer at Mattamy Homes, will succeed him as CEO.
Lindhorst joined the company in early 2026 and previously served as Regional President at D.R. Horton.
“It is an honor to have the opportunity to lead Mattamy Homes U.S.,” said Lindhorst. “Keith and the broader leadership team have built a strong business with an outstanding reputation, talented people and a clear vision for the future. I am excited to work alongside our teams across the United States to build on that momentum, continue delivering for our customers and create long-term value for the business.”
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KBIS 2027 Calls for Presenters
The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is now accepting speaker submissions for NEXTStage and the LUXURY Lounge at KBIS 2027. Additionally, the KBIS Podcast Studio is seeking hosts to record live on the show floor.
KBIS 2027 will be at the Las Vegas Convention Center from Feb. 2- 4, 2027.
Experienced professionals are encouraged to apply for a space on NEXTStage, the LUXURY Lounge, the KBIS Podcast Studio or all three. Candidates will be evaluated on expertise in the architecture and design community, speaking experience, social media presence and a memorable point of view. Applications are open through Oct. 2, 2026, and will be reviewed as they come in.
Interested professionals can apply here. Nominations are also welcome; please email KBIS@flyingcamel.com, with the subject line “KBIS Speaker” and a brief explanation of their qualifications and relevant experience.
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Prime land prices rise, outlying land readjusts
Well-located land is in high demand, as seen in research from John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC). The company’s 2Q26 Residential Land Survey of the top land brokers nationwide reported the following: Demand remains lower than it was a few years ago. In 2Q24, 76% of brokers rated land demand as Hot or On Fire, but by 2Q26, that number decreased to 33%. However, finished lot prices continue to rise in high-quality A-B locations, up +5% year over year (YOY), while prices fell -2% YOY in farther-out C-D locations.
Higher-quality land is in higher demand, but there are still factors builders and developers should keep an eye on. Developers are encouraged to look out for easing growth. Meanwhile, builders may be able to push for better terms in negotiations with developers in some markets, particularly in oversupplied C-D areas.
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Mortgage rates hold steady
Results from Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey revealed that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.66% on Aug. 27, 2026. This is the second time in August that mortgage rates have averaged 6.66%. Mortgage rates remain relatively unchanged throughout the month, holding steady.
“Mortgage rates changed little this week, averaging 6.66%,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “The economy remains resilient, demonstrated by steady consumer spending and rising household incomes. More homes coming on the market and slower price growth in many areas are giving buyers better options and helping create a more balanced housing market.”
The current FRM is slightly up from last week’s average of 6.65%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.56%. The 15-year FRM averaged 5.98%, up from last week when it averaged 5.95%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.69%.
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Pace of new home sales softens
According to newly released data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau, newly built single-family home sales declined 10.5% in July to a seasonally adjusted rate of 607,000, following an upward estimate of new home sales in June. New home sales were 6.3% lower than a year earlier, according to July data.
A survey from the National Association of Home Builders shows that a majority of builders continue to offer incentives, including mortgage rate buy-downs, to accelerate the pace of new home sales. There is still hope in the industry as builders continue to outperform the broader market.
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Goodbye cool interiors, hello earthy tones
Throughout 2026, we have seen interior design move away from cool interiors and clean lines and instead towards spaces that feel warmer and more personal. There has been a growing emphasis on natural materials, earthy tones and pieces that bring individuality into the home.
Warm, earthy tones continue to influence interiors in 2026, bringing depth and comfort into contemporary spaces. Mocha, olive, terracotta and chocolate are replacing neutral palettes, creating rooms that feel grounded and inviting. Rather than dominating a space, these colors work beautifully when layered through artwork, natural materials and subtle accents.
The result is an interior that feels warm and sophisticated without losing its contemporary edge.
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How California kitchen designs are evolving
In Southern California homes, kitchen designs are moving away from cold, showroom-style spaces toward warmer, more livable rooms. While indoor-outdoor flow remains the defining feature, warm wood and natural materials are becoming just as important in kitchen designs.
Large glass pocket doors connect the kitchen directly to the patio, allowing entertainment to flow naturally between both spaces. Homeowners continue to prioritize a seamless blend between indoor and outdoor living, paving the way for open floor plans in kitchens to continue in popularity.
Shifting towards color palettes, white kitchens are evolving rather than disappearing entirely. Homeowners are pairing lighter upper cabinets with a darker, contrasting island or lower cabinetry for a two-tone look. As a result, this layered approach gives a modern kitchen more visual interest than an all-one-color design, while still keeping the space feeling bright.
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Tri Pointe Homes unveils LivingWell in Utah
Tri Pointe Homes announced the completion of its LivingWell concept home and the start of sales at Pavilions at Holladay Hills, an exclusive collection of six one-of-a-kind luxury estate residences in Holladay, Utah. The completed concept home gives prospective buyers their first opportunity to experience LivingWell, Tri Pointe’s next-generation approach to whole-home wellness.
Photography by Kara Mercer “LivingWell represents an important evolution in how we think about designing homes,” said Tom Mitchell, President and Chief Operating Officer of Tri Pointe Homes. “Buyers increasingly want homes that contribute meaningfully to the lives they hope to lead. Luxury is no longer measured by scale or finishes alone, but by whether a home can adapt, restore and support the people living there. Pavilions at Holladay Hills is Tri Pointe’s response, offering residences that are highly personalized, flexible over time and holistically focused on human wellbeing.”
The LivingWell concept home integrates wellness throughout the entire home, rather than confining it to individual rooms or amenities. Organized around a private interior courtyard, the three-story, 7,774-square-foot contemporary English manor includes six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, a four-bay garage and a separate carriage home for guests or multigenerational living. Its orientation, enhanced glazing and circulation draw natural light into the interior while strengthening indoor-outdoor living.
Photography by Ikon Media “Good design should support our routines while making space for the ways we evolve,” said Bobby Berk, LivingWell’s designer, Emmy-winning TV host and author. “LivingWell brings that balance of comfort and freedom into wellness-oriented spaces that are deeply connected to the people who live there. This project is exciting because it doesn’t view wellness as just another trend. LivingWell is a platform for imagining where residential design can go next.”
Photography by Kara Mercer The project builds upon Tri Pointe Homes’ LivingSmart program, the company’s longterm commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency and responsible building practices. LivingWell extends to how a home feels by incorporating light, flow, comfort, connection and adaptability into the routines of daily life. The approach is anticipated to be expressed across all six residences at Pavilions at Holladay Hills.
Please visit tripointehomes.com for more information.
Backyard and primary bathroom photos courtesy of Ikon Media.
Kitchen and dining room photos courtesy of Kara Mercer.
Photos courtesy of Tri Pointe Homes.
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A More Balanced Market is Here
The housing market finally feels more normal. Buyers have more choices, bidding wars have become less common and builders are once again…
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Builder confidence edges higher in August
According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) released on Aug. 17, 2026, builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes inched up one point to 35 in August.
“While builder sentiment edged higher in August, builders continue to contend with high construction costs and broader economic uncertainty,” said NAHB Chairman Bill Owens, a home builder and remodeler from Worthington, Ohio. “However, the Midwest remains a bright spot for the home building industry, with new home sales up in that region more than 2% so far in 2026.”
“Custom home builders continue to report stronger market conditions than spec builders, reflecting better conditions at the higher end of the market,” said NAHB Chief Economist Robert Dietz. “Smaller, less dense markets are also outperforming larger metropolitan areas, and smaller builders report relatively stronger conditions than larger builders.”
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July building permits 5% above June estimate
The United States Census Bureau released the Monthly New Residential Construction for July 2026. Privately owned housing units authorized by building permits in July were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,443,000, 5% above the revised June rate of 1,374,000 and 3.1% above the July 2025 rate of 1,400,000.
Privately owned housing starts were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,239,000, 12.4% below the revised June estimate of 1,415,000 and 13.5% below the July 2025 rate of 1,432,000. Single-family housing starts in July were at a rate of 808,000.
Privately owned housing completions were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,212,000, 9.1 percent% below the revised June estimate of 1,333,000 and 16.8% below the July 2025 rate of 1,456,000.
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How California kitchen designs are evolving
In Southern California homes, kitchen designs are moving away from cold, showroom-style spaces toward warmer, more livable rooms. While indoor-outdoor flow remains the defining feature, warm wood and natural materials are becoming just as important in kitchen designs.
Large glass pocket doors connect the kitchen directly to the patio, allowing entertainment to flow naturally between both spaces. Homeowners continue to prioritize a seamless blend between indoor and outdoor living, paving the way for open floor plans in kitchens to continue in popularity.
Shifting towards color palettes, white kitchens are evolving rather than disappearing entirely. Homeowners are pairing lighter upper cabinets with a darker, contrasting island or lower cabinetry for a two-tone look. As a result, this layered approach gives a modern kitchen more visual interest than an all-one-color design, while still keeping the space feeling bright.
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July 2026
This issue of Builder and Developer features the celebration of women advancing the homebuilding industry.
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Redefining the Single-Story Home Design
Tri Pointe Homes continues to set the standard for high-quality houses For 17 years, Tri Pointe Homes has built 330 neighborhoods and…
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Mattamy Homes announces delivery of 150,000 homes
Mattamy Homes, a privately held homebuilder founded in 1978, announced that it has delivered over 150,000 homes in the U.S. and Canada.
The builder delivered 8,453 homes in FY 2025, compared to 50,000 homes in its first 30 years of business.
In 2026, the builder appears to be accelerating its land acquisition, with new developments announced in Arizona, Florida and Calgary, in the past two months.
“This milestone reflects the consistency and dedication of our team members across the US,” said Keith Bass, CEO of Mattamy Homes US. “Every home we deliver represents a family we have the privilege to serve. As we continue to grow, our focus remains on building high-quality homes and communities that meet the needs of today’s buyers.”
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Mortgage rates average 6.69%
As of Aug. 6, 2026, mortgage rates averaged 6.69%, according to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Survey (PMS). These results are up from last week’s average of 6.66%. A year ago at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.63%.
“The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.69% this week,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “While mortgage rates continue to influence affordability, the housing market is showing signs of adjustment, with listing prices modestly below year-ago levels and for-sale inventory improving from the limited supply seen in recent years.”
The 15-year FRM averaged 6.01%, down from the previous week’s 6.04%. A year ago at this time, the 15-year FRM averaged 5.75%.
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PulteGroup launches expansion to Northwest Florida
PulteGroup, one of the nation’s largest builders, announced expansion to Northwest Florida, launching its Panhandle Division.
The builder, which delivered an estimated 29,572 homes in 2025, has a long history in the Sunshine State. It first expanded to Sarasota in 1997, then acquired Florida-based builder DiVosta a year later.
PulteGroup announced Taylor Larza to lead the new division as Vice President and Market Manager.
“The opportunity to build a new division from the ground up is an exciting challenge and a tremendous honor,” said Larza. “I’m eager to help establish a strong foundation for our Panhandle Division while continuing to work closely with our Northeast Florida team, which will continue to support our operational functions as we develop. I’m grateful for the experiences, relationships, and support I’ve received throughout my career at PulteGroup, and I look forward to this next chapter of growth and opportunity.”
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Highland Homes purchases 100 acres for self development
Highland Homes, one of Texas’ most prominent builders, launches its self-development arm with the purchase of 100 acres in Melina. The builder estimates that the land will include 400 homesites ranging from 45 to 60 feet wide.
Highland, overseeing the development, believes the lots will be ready by the end of the year, with home sales to begin in spring 2027.
Highland Homes currently builds in 11 Austin-area communities and more than 100 in Texas. With these new avenues of self-development, the builder estimates delivering 600 homes in the near future to the Georgetown area.
“This is a natural next step for Highland Homes in Central Texas,” said Jeff Stinson, Senior Vice President of Land for Highland Homes. “Developing these projects allows us to time supply to properly meet buyer demand. We’re excited to work with such esteemed partners to bring these communities to life.”
Photo Courtesy of Highland Homes
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Dream Finders Homes acquires Beazer Homes for $2.2 billion
It’s official: Dream Finders Homes (DFH) will acquire Beazer Homes in a $2.2 billion deal. This comes after multiple public rounds of offers from DFH to acquire the Atlanta-based builder.
The offer values Beazer Homes at $33.50 per share, up from Dream Finders’ last offer in July of $32.00 per share.
The combined company will operate in 26 markets across high-demand areas in the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, the Midwest, Texas and the West.
“As someone who started Dream Finders from the ground up, I know what it takes to build a culture that puts homebuyers first and that’s exactly what I see in Beazer,” said Patrick Zalupski, Founder, CEO and Co-Chairman of Dream Finders. “They have built something genuinely special – a talented team, strong communities, and a culture that puts customers at the center of everything they do. That resonates deeply with us. This combination is the next meaningful step in our journey to become a top 5 national homebuilder, expanding our geographic reach, broadening the range of buyers we can serve and strengthening the integrated services we offer families from contract to close.”
Dream Finders then reaffirmed its full-year 2026 outlook of 9,250 homes. It’s unclear whether the combined builder will hold the same energy-efficient priorities of Beazer Homes.
“Over nearly 20 years, we have transformed Beazer into one of the nation’s largest homebuilders through a strategy focused on delivering on energy-efficient homes and best-in-class customer experiences,” said Allan P. Merrill, Chairman, President and CEO of Beazer Homes. “This transaction represents the culmination of a comprehensive review of opportunities to maximize value and provides Beazer shareholders with a significant and certain cash return in an uncertain market. I am proud of our people and want to thank our entire organization for their exceptional work to ensure that, together with Dream Finders, we continue providing homebuyers across the country with a high-quality product and outstanding service.”
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Highland Homes announces restructuring
Highland Homes, the Texas-based homebuilder, announced a new division-led organizational structure. Under the new structure, local functional teams will report directly to a Division President.
With that comes the posting of new Division Presidents: Jarod Mouton to lead Houston, and John DePasquale to lead Highland’s Central Texas division, serving the Austin and San Antonio markets.
This change is designed to strengthen local market leadership, sharpen accountability and bring decision-making closer to the customers and communities it serves.
“Highland’s success has always come from understanding what homebuyers value in each market and empowering our people to deliver it,” said Aaron Graham, Chairman and CEO of Highland Homes. “This structure brings leadership and decision-making closer to our customers while giving our senior functional leaders greater capacity to advance the products, technology and growth strategies that will shape Highland’s future. We were deliberate about the structure, the leaders and the timing, and I’m confident it positions us to serve our customers and employee owners even better in every market.”
Highland also announced several promotions as part of the new structure. Stephen Chambers has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer and will lead Architectural Services and New Product Development, Supply Chain, Information Technology, Marketing and MarTech.
Jeff Stinson is promoted to Chief Strategy and Land Officer; he will lead enterprise strategy and land initiatives to support Highland’s long-term growth. Amy Jones is promoted to Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing in Dallas-Fort Worth.
The changes follow months of planning and preparation to ensure the structure, leadership and timing were right for Highland. The company expects the division-led framework to strengthen its ability to serve homebuyers, create opportunities for its employee owners and build on its position in every Texas market it serves.
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Starter-home affordability improves for 8th consecutive month
According to a new analysis from Redfin, starter-home affordability is improving. The income needed to afford an average U.S. starter home is down 1.5% from a year ago, marking eight straight months of declines as price growth cools. Affordability for entry-level homes is improving more than the overall market; the income needed to buy the typical U.S. home is down just 0.5% because price growth remains stronger at higher price points as affluent buyers remain active.
“We consider a home affordable if a buyer taking out a mortgage would spend no more than 30% of their income on their monthly housing payment. Starter homes are those in the 5th to 35th percentile for sale prices,” said Redfin in its analysis. “This is based on a Redfin analysis of median home sale prices, prevailing mortgage rates and property-tax payments and assumes a 15% down payment. This report focuses on June 2026, the most recent period for which data is available.”
The analysis found that the income needed to buy a starter home is declining while earnings are rising. The typical American household earns an estimated $87,599, about $17,000 more than what is needed to buy the median-priced U.S. starter home.
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Tri Pointe Homes unveils LivingWell in Utah
Tri Pointe Homes announced the completion of its LivingWell concept home and the start of sales at Pavilions at Holladay Hills, an exclusive collection of six one-of-a-kind luxury estate residences in Holladay, Utah. The completed concept home gives prospective buyers their first opportunity to experience LivingWell, Tri Pointe’s next-generation approach to whole-home wellness.
Photography by Kara Mercer “LivingWell represents an important evolution in how we think about designing homes,” said Tom Mitchell, President and Chief Operating Officer of Tri Pointe Homes. “Buyers increasingly want homes that contribute meaningfully to the lives they hope to lead. Luxury is no longer measured by scale or finishes alone, but by whether a home can adapt, restore and support the people living there. Pavilions at Holladay Hills is Tri Pointe’s response, offering residences that are highly personalized, flexible over time and holistically focused on human wellbeing.”
The LivingWell concept home integrates wellness throughout the entire home, rather than confining it to individual rooms or amenities. Organized around a private interior courtyard, the three-story, 7,774-square-foot contemporary English manor includes six bedrooms, nine bathrooms, a four-bay garage and a separate carriage home for guests or multigenerational living. Its orientation, enhanced glazing and circulation draw natural light into the interior while strengthening indoor-outdoor living.
Photography by Ikon Media “Good design should support our routines while making space for the ways we evolve,” said Bobby Berk, LivingWell’s designer, Emmy-winning TV host and author. “LivingWell brings that balance of comfort and freedom into wellness-oriented spaces that are deeply connected to the people who live there. This project is exciting because it doesn’t view wellness as just another trend. LivingWell is a platform for imagining where residential design can go next.”
Photography by Kara Mercer The project builds upon Tri Pointe Homes’ LivingSmart program, the company’s longterm commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency and responsible building practices. LivingWell extends to how a home feels by incorporating light, flow, comfort, connection and adaptability into the routines of daily life. The approach is anticipated to be expressed across all six residences at Pavilions at Holladay Hills.
Please visit tripointehomes.com for more information.
Backyard and primary bathroom photos courtesy of Ikon Media.
Kitchen and dining room photos courtesy of Kara Mercer.
Photos courtesy of Tri Pointe Homes.
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ASID Announces 2026–2027 National Board of Directors
The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) announced its National Board of Directors for 2026-2027. Board leadership is effective October 1, 2026.
“The strength of ASID has always been rooted in the expertise and diversity of its volunteer leadership,” said Khoi Vo, chief executive officer of ASID. “Our incoming Board reflects the breadth of today’s design profession, bringing together accomplished practitioners, industry leaders and advocates who understand both the opportunities and the challenges shaping our future. Their leadership will help ensure ASID continues to elevate the profession, support our members and demonstrate the value of design in improving the way people live, work and thrive.”
The 2026–2027 National Board of Directors includes:- Chair: Shundra Harris, FASID, NCIDQ, RID
- Chair-Elect: Laura McDonald Stewart, FASID, RID, LEED AP, WELL AP
- Past Chair: Elizabeth Von Lehe, ASID, NCIDQ, CID, LEED AP ID+C
Directors-at-Large
- Joni Burden, ASID, NCIDQ
- David Cordell, FASID, LEED AP, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador
- Caroline P. Gama, ASID Allied, CAPS, Green AP
- Dina Lamanna, ASID, NCIDQ
- Kristie Nicoloff, ASID, NCIDQ, RID, IIDA
- Kendra Ordia, ASID
- Veronica Sanders, ASID, RID, NCIDQ
Industry Partner Representatives
- Paul Adams, ASID Affiliate
- Lauren Corbin, ASID Affiliate
- Jennifer Nye, ASID Affiliate
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Toll Brothers’ Strategy and Style
Inside the builder’s executive evolution and dignified design Since we last featured Toll Brothers as our 2025 Builder of the Year, the…
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