It will take most of a decade for the housing gap to close. Is it worth building your own home, or is it too expensive a project for prospective homeowners?

Natural materials already in your yard can become cozy winter shelters that support pollinators and small birds through some ...

For an upcoming project, we needed a large, 1-3/4” thick piece of solid black walnut. Wood like this isn’t something you’ll find just anywhere, and when found, it’s rarely in the dimension you need.

When designing and building a tiny home, the possibilities are endless, so the idea of embarking on a DIY project might be a daunting thought for many. For others, though, it's an exciting challenge ...

If you want to live in a newly constructed house, you have two choices: You can buy a finished home from a builder, or you can have one built from scratch. Either choice can be incredibly expensive: ...

Building a new home is a daunting idea for many, an idea full of questions and unknowns. Instead of ruling it out, we’re here to help shed light on six common questions people have about building a ...