After their more typical wood-framed homes burned, some are now rebuilding with non-combustible materials. And they’re ...

What’s a civic assembly? It’s a process by which a small group of residents get together and work out solutions to thorny ...

The Palisades and Eaton fires are a sober reminder of just how flammable many urban and suburban homes are. Some survivors are responding by planning to build differently. Instead of the usual wood ...

Construction risks are evolving as threats to jobsites evolve. Thankfully, builders risk insurance is evolving as well.

Once upon a time Amazon only sold books. Now, you can order a house on the internet and have it sitting in your driveway just ...

Nobody likes paying home insurance, but what if you could turn that expense into a source of savings? The secret is simple: Insurance companies reward low-risk homes with significant premium discounts ...

A display case of vintage pocket watches isn’t just about timepieces; it’s about the craftsmanship of tiny gears and springs, the satisfying heft of gold and silver in your palm, and the connection to ...

Concrete 3D printing is revolutionizing the building industry by cutting costs and construction time. However, most current ...

The earthquake-resistant house designed by Aziza Chaouni has been awarded the Social Engagement Prize at this year’s Ammodo ...

Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. Greg Vote / Getty Images Flood insurance is a specialized type of property insurance that ...