editor’s note

  • Why you shouldn’t miss our upcoming webinar

    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…

    by

    Builder Media

    Read Full Article →

Latest News

  • Slump continues in July AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index

    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.”

    Read Full Article 

  • Mattamy Homes announces new CEO

    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.”

    Read Full Article 

  • Pace of new home sales softens

    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.

    Read Full Article

  • Goodbye cool interiors, hello earthy tones

    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.

    Read Full Article

Exclusive Feature >