The Builder's Daily (Page 16)

Rick Lawson Joins TBD: Stories That Shape Housing’s Future

Rick Lawson brings deep historical insight and a solutions-driven approach to housing’s toughest challenges. His work connects past policies to today’s affordability, zoning, and development realities, offering strategic leaders invaluable perspective.

Policy

'Missing Middle' Gains Ground As Localities Face Housing Dearth

Washington state’s sweeping zoning reform signals momentum for restoring housing options that were once common but have since been zoned out of existence. As home prices soar and housing shortages deepen, localities face legal hurdles and community pushback as they strive to add density solutions.

Leadership

An Outlier In Affordable Market-Rate Ground-Up Homebuilding

Rising costs and falling affordability haven't stopped McGuinn Homes from serving homebuyers others overlook or fail to price in. Filling that unmet need means a steep growth trajectory.

Architecture

Build Faster or Fall Behind: How Velocity May Decide Builders’ Fates In 2025

This AI-powered technology helps builders cut weeks from design and construction timelines. This analysis explores why higher-velocity processes are no longer optional — and how builders can keep up and outpace competitors.

Technology

A Homebuilder’s Edge: A Faster, Smarter, Data-Fueled Build Cycle

Emerging business realities demand that homebuilders rethink efficiency, scalability, and decision-making. Here's a fully evolved, homebuilder-grown, end-to-end tech platform built to meet the moment — with speed, clarity, and precision.