The B&D Interview: Christopher Thornberg, Founding Partner, Beacon Economics
Christopher Thornberg shares his economic insight for the year ahead Builder and Developer Magazine: What overall trends do you expect
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In this issue
2020 Trends and Projections
Looking back at our design projections. Did our dreams come true? By Barbara Schmidt A lot has been happening in
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Making Best Practice Common Practice in 2020
Passive House design strategies are in high demand across the nation By NATALIE LEONARD Modern residential construction is governed by
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2020 Outlook: Top Cities to Build In
This is the common thread among the top 10 cities for entry-level new home construction By ODETA KUSHI The dominant
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2020 Solar Mandate: Debunking Myths
The solar mandates are upon us; here are the things to know By MARK VOGEL All eyes are on California
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Peering into the Housing and Mortgage Outlook with 20/20 Vision
Home prices up and affordability erodes; mortgage delinquency remains low By FRANK E. NOTHAFT The housing market benefitted during 2019
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Best Affordability in Years Boosting Housing in 2020
The outlook is positive for builders in 2020 with increased affordability and consumer confidence By Kate Seabaugh The swift decline
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NAHB Forecasts Growth in 2020
Despite the challenges that remain in affordability, the NAHB outlook for homebuilding in 2020 remains highly positive By Jerry Howard
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A Look Ahead to 2020
A promising late-cycle housing rebound, but uncertainties remain By PATRICK DUFFY This is certainly an odd time for the U.S.
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Housing Trends for 2020
These trends are likely to spread in 2020, and builders should be optimistic By JULIA EDINGER A new year brings
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Redefining the Role of Design
2019 Architect of the Year, Withee Malcolm Architects, sets the design standard on a spectrum of projects By Zack Johnston
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The B&D Interview: Doug Bauer, CEO, Tri Pointe Group
Doug Bauer reflects on the company’s success over the past decade and the plans for the next Builder and Developer:
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Designing for Winter Weather
Builders unveiling model homes in the winter can implement these design tips to bring warmth into any home By BARBARA
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End-of-Year Market Review
Why the time may be right for new home construction to accelerate By ODETA KUSHI Thus far in 2019, the
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The Future for Homebuilding is Now – and It’s Transparent
Consumers want full disclosure on every element of their homes. It’s all about impact, and it’s making sustainable housing the
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Building Up to the 2020 Solar Mandate
Ali Wolf, Director of Economic Research for Meyers Research LLC, shares her insight after researching the solar mandate Ali
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California Energy Commission Expert Panel
The leaders in changing codes share insight, advice, and more as builders prepare for Title 24 changes By CHRIS OLVERA,
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Homebuilders Providing Crucial Defense Against Climate Change
From weather-resilient homes to power systems, builders deliver stronger homes By PATRICK DUFFY For many years now, the nation’s homebuilders
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Raising Homes and Raising Contractor Profits
Make homes more resilient to flooding and increase home value with home lifting By RANDY YOUNG People will always want
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Keep Calm and Build On
California’s Title 24 will help usher in a new era of sustainable homebuilding that is overdue By ZACK JOHNSTON To
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The B&D Interview: Dan Dunmoyer, President and CEO, California Building Industry Association
The solar power mandate is on the horizon; what should homebuilders expect? Builder and Developer: Could you first provide some
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High-Performance Homebuilding and Weatherization
Using best practices for homebuilding benefits builders and buyers simultaneously By Glenna Wilson As California builders gear up for the
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Improving Affordability When Prices are Rising
The purchasing power of the consumer ultimately determines the difference By MARK FLEMING As house prices continue to rise
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Designing for the Next Seismic Demographic Shift: Generation Z
Gen Z is about to disrupt our status quo; builders and developers must adapt to demand for sustainable, affordable design
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Appealing to the First-Time Buyer
Simplistic designs, high-quality finishes, and noteworthy amenities help to meet the wants and needs of the new millennial buyer By
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Housing and ESG for Builders
ESG investment is creating opportunities for affordable housing; this is why builders should pay attention By MANUEL H. LAZEROV ESG
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Giving a Leg Up to First-Time Homebuyers
Builders are working with lending agencies to bring first-time buyers into the market By CARLOTA CIAURI Millions of millennials are
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The Multifamily Market in 2019
Multifamily housing growth remains strongest in metro markets By FLORENTINA SARAC Nationwide, construction has been slowing down starting with 2018,
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The Challenges of Building Attainable Housing
Factors include rising costs, inefficiency, and complex entitlements By PATRICK DUFFY Although there are many reasons why building attainable housing
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Addressing Affordability in Housing
Builders and developers alike are finding that building more affordable home products will result in sales By JULIA EDINGER The
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The State of New Residential Construction Nationwide
Taking a closer look at home supply, market demand, and opportunities for homebuilders By IGOR POPOV Building permit data is
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