A new study from the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory found that white roofs may make for a more cost-effective and environmentally friendly cover than the traditional black or the trendy vegetated “green” varieties.

Find out what’s behind all the hype around green homes.

People hoping to build a home that’s luxurious inside and out may just have a bright year ahead of them.

Some house remodeling projects are more cost-effective than others. Here are some house plans that already incorporate these popular designs.

While many homes feature garage entrances on their front facades, homeowners may want to consider the advantages of side-loading garages, an easily achievable addition to many craftsman house plans.

Despite a slight dip in housing starts in December compared to November, it seems as if the housing production market will continue to grow in the coming year, with some cities already showing historic highs in terms of home building.

Contractors may already be aware of impact fees, but homeowners looking at floor plans should, too, as they can become reflected in the overall cost of a newly built home.

Fire pits are a way for homeowners to bring the cozy intimacy of a campfire into their backyards – no tent required.