Architecture and Design

Proven ways to save the design team’s time and your moneyby Duo Dickinson

Tips for getting the most out of limited square footageby Sean Groom

From the ashes rises a Mediterranean-style home with eclectic details, commanding views, and comfortable roomsby John Connell

Although a 200-amp service is adequate for most residences, calculating the actual load is a good idea. This chart from Code Check Electrical can help you with your calculations.by Clifford A. Popejoy

By including his subcontractors in the design process and watching every penny, a Midwestern builder creates attractive starter homes for $45 per sq. ft.by Fernando Pagés Ruiz

A Texas builder tackles affordable housing with recycled materials, job-site waste and minimum-wage crewsby Dan Phillips

This economical house design features factory-built rooms that surround a post-and-beam coreby Libby Schroeder

Or more specifically, why I hate American zoning regulationsby Mark McInturff