Builders know from sales history which of their homes buyers prefer. They can access databases to find out which of their competitors’ homes buyers prefer. But that kind of analysis only reveals what buyers may choose from what’s available.

When consumers buy house plans, like Hanley Wood’s 10 best sellers shown on the following pages, they act out a dream. They betray a longing for timeless elevations, informal living, and luxurious master suites. They dream strongly enough that they pay money to buy the plan.

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Think you need to be rich to build a Leed Certified Home? This manufactured home built in Cobb County, Georgia is the first home of it’s type to get a platinum LEED certification. The builder New World Home has shown us that even manufactured homes can be built with the environment in mind.

Now this is a Parade of Homes I would love to attend. I’m a big fan of Frank Lloyd Wright homes and would enjoy attending this tour some day. For now I will continue to enjoy the beauty of these homes through photo’s on websites. If anyone every gets a chance to see these homes in person dont’ miss the opportunity.

I’m not going to try and tell you I know all about the green movement, but I do believe we should try and recycle everything we possible can, to prolong the existence of planet Earth.

I ran across this blog post from The Daily Green (Funny Name) the other day that I wanted to share with everyone. These are 11 really cool green building projects I think you’ll enjoy.

Heated floors, glass tile and on demand hot water heaters are all things to consider in your next home. See all 10 in this interesting article.

I have been in the building industry for over 22 years and detailed house plans have always been sore subject. What makes a great set of house plans anyway? I recently read an article from Tim Carter of Ask The Builder that says it all.

Casasugar found this unique hotel built in London, England that uses shipping containers as building materials.

I ran across this interesting story about an A-Frame house that survived a massive tornado. Did the design of the house really save the structure?

India’s richest man, and the fifth richest man in the world, is
building the first billion-dollar home in Mumbai. Mukesh Ambani; head
of the India-based petrochemical giant, Reliance Industries; is
constructing a 27-story skyscraper costing nearly $2 billion. Here is a link to the full story. Be sure to check out the pictures and video, this place is amazing.

Take a look at this link about a barn that was transformed into a great living space.