The housing industry, like the country at large, is in a period of rapid change and making
necessary adjustments to new realities. Spiraling energy costs and increasing awareness of global warming are feeding the phenomenal growth of the green building movement. The imminent retirement of the first of the baby boomers is focusing new interest on 50+ housing and remodeling. In the sections below, we introduce you to several NAHB members from across the country who, whatever their particular experience and expertise, are building for tomorrow.
- Green - with Three E’s
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Amory Park Del Sol has become a nationally recognized model of green building by creating homes that are very green and perfectly compatible with traditional architecture.
- The Affordable Green Home
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Heather’s home has been featured on NBC and in O, The Oprah Magazine, and is a showcase for green building principals.
- Extremely Green
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This project wasn’t intended to be green, but by responding to the clients needs, before he knew it, Jeff was building a green home.
- 50+ Housing with Universal Appeal
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In many affluent areas, affordable housing is scarce. See how government incentives can help you create affordable homes in the markets that need it most.
- Learning to Make Things Easier
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To make aging-in-place solutions attractive, consider repackaging your approach. “Great, open design options” attracts more attention, an approach Bill Owns calls, “repackaging the cod-liver oil.”
- Sales Makers vs. Order Takers
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A salesperson’s basic job is to help clients overcome fear. Now that the market has softened, the best approach is to listen.
- Bringing the Numbers to Life
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Development & residential construction creates a “ripple effect.” When builders are busy, employment goes up and so does spending, boosting the local economy.
- Affordable Housing in High Demand
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In many affluent areas, affordable housing is scarce. See how government incentives can help you create affordable homes in the markets that need it most.
- A Commercial Message
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Many home builders have diversified in changing markets by looking into Commercial building. Consider some of the opportunities that are often overlooked.
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