The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development released their Monthly New Residential Construction Report…
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This issue of Builder and Developer features the top 500 2026 Home Builders.
While REALTOR explored the housing industry’s geographic variation at a state level earlier this year, a new analysis from the company explored the 100 largest metros in the United States. Ten metro areas received a grade in the “A” range, while each scored greater than 50 on both the affordability and homebuilding components: Des Moines-West Des Moines in Iowa, Raleigh-Cary in North Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, Houston, Indianapolis, Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos in Texas, Jacksonville, Fla., Oklahoma City, Palm Bay-Melbourne in Florida and Columbus, Ohio.
REALTOR’S metro report card revealed a similar pattern to the state one. The South and Midwest are home to the strongest performers, while the West and Northeast received a lower grade. Lower housing costs relative to incomes and higher levels of new construction activity are more common in the Midwest and South, where home prices are lower, job markets are robust, land is more affordable and available. Local policies around zoning and permitting are also more permissive.
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced the sale of 940 acres of federally managed public land to the City of Las Vegas. The $94 million sale is expected to make way for up to 6,000 homes in a new master-planned community, Monument Hills.
“This is exactly the kind of bold action Nevada needs to increase our housing supply and make housing more attainable for hardworking Nevada families,” said Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo.
Developed by Olympia Companies, the project is expected to deliver single-family detached homes, townhomes, multi-family and mixed-use structures.
Olympia Companies also developed the Skye Canyon and Southern Highlands communities with builders Century Communities, Toll Brothers, LGI Homes and Blue Heron.
The builders for Monument Hills have yet to be announced. However, the community design guidelines are public.
Restrained color palettes have defined luxury interiors for years. This fall, however, interior design is shifting towards warmer and darker tones.
Pale white oak and bleached finishes are being replaced by walnut, espresso oak and other rich brown woods. It is no secret why; dark wood introduces depth into a space, especially against ivory upholstery, travertine, alabaster or warm white walls. Rather than feel heavy, it feels intentional.
The traditional fall decor is easily recognizable with oranges, rusts and browns. However, this year is becoming more nuanced, moving toward richer, earthy tones. Cinnamon, caramel, tobacco and ochre bring warmth into a home. Oxblood, merlot and burgundy introduce a deeper, more dramatic note and could serve as a rich contrast. Mineral greens, earthy clays and muted purples round out the palette, creating interiors that feel distinctly autumnal without relying on the traditional autumn palette.
One of the biggest design shifts in luxury interiors is in materials. Velvet, silk, mohair, fine wool, carved wood, natural stone, antiqued metal and textured plaster are all gaining momentum as interiors embrace a more tactile approach to luxury.
Reflective surfaces are also being used strategically to introduce light, movement and dimension into these emerging deeper interiors.
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While REALTOR explored the housing industry’s geographic variation at a state level earlier this year, a new analysis from the…
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The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced the sale of 940 acres of federally managed public land to the City…
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