Resources
The Sliding House & The Changing Face of Architecture
Recent evidence suggests there are two emerging directions, apparently opposite, in progressive domestic architecture.
Condo Developers Covet Churches for Conversions
A Boston developer is proposing to build an eight-story residential building along the existing wall of a former 19th-Century church, which has been vacant for five years.
The beginning of the end of the blueprint?
Sometimes, it seems to require more time to explain the nuances of blueprints to clients than it does to actually build the house.
Modern pantry designs make an organized kitchen look even better
What Millennials Want
Millennials are poised to become the largest generation in the United States. For of-the-moment intel on the home-ownership preferences of this growing group, KTGY sat down with some of its millennial employees to learn more about what they want...
Consumers of all Ages demand Smart Home Tech
Smart technology isn’t just for millennials. In fact, according to a survey of 2,437 consumers conducted by ERA Real Estate and HGTV, smart home technology is the most in-demand home feature across all ages.
2015 full of promise for building industry
Welcome to 2015! We certainly hope you’ll look back on 2014 with fondness, but a look at the crystal ball reveals the year ahead may be even more positive for the housing market.
New-home sizes shrinking to attract entry-level buyers
According to new data released by the Commerce Department on Wednesday, the median size of a single-family home built during Q3 2014 shrank 2.3% to 2,414 square feet from 2,472.
Trick space to make small rooms appear larger
Ever heard a homeowner complain about a living room that’s too spacious? Neither have we.
How the Lowe's 2x4 Case Has Affected Its Labeling
Aside from paying $1.6 million, one of the biggest changes resulting at Lowe's from what's been called "the 2x4 case" involves changes in how the big-box dealer labels its building materials.
The Inevitable Future of Drones Around Your Home
As Google joins the push for airborne deliveries, it seems only a matter of time before neighborhoods are buzzing with drones. Is that OK?
Will smart home technology go mainstream in 2015?
“The future of the connected home is continuing to evolve, and with more startups pitching products, the ship date of older crowdfunding campaigns hitting customer homes and big name companies warming to the space, I’m starting to see a few trends come together for 2015.”