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Beyond the basics, learn what items will contribute to a good working relationship and help prevent misunderstandings or potentially expensive conflict.

A barbell layout comfortably organizes this small, single-family home into its extremely narrow footprint.

The crew answers questions about affordable new-house builds, AI in construction, and trade school education.

Sarah talks with Fine Homebuilding about the skills needed for historic preservation and changing the trades to make room for caregivers.

Strategic elements such as fences, framed views, and walled gardens can make constrained lot sizes feel both spacious and private.

In this Pro-Talk podcast, FHB Contributor Ian Schwandt talks to Candice Rania, Design Department Manager at Leff Design Build.

From thoughtful design to interacting with crew members, keep these pointers in mind for a better experience working with your contractor.

The crew hear from listeners about DIY foam outsulation and chemical sensitivity before taking questions about digital shower valves, wonky concrete floors, and insulating stem walls.

Builder Travis Brungardt and architect Chris Fein reflect on working together to design and build a beautiful midcentury-modern home with durability and performance goals in mind.

WaterFence combines the function of a privacy fence with rainwater storage that can connect directly to an existing irrigation system.