During the Great Recession, builders large and small fought to stay afloat. As buyers decreased in numbers, many had to retool their businesses from top to bottom in order to compete.
For several building companies, this meant exploring new territory in design. These four case studies highlight firms that not only weathered the downturn but came out stronger.
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How the Downturn Pushed a Small Builder to Break New Ground
To stay competitive, N.C.-based Saussy Burbank expanded into infill spec development. The change has paid off in many ways.
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Designed for Density: Suburban Amenities in an Urban Location
BUILDER"s Laura McNulty looks at Chicago's Flexhouse 2, where thoughtful design and budgeting combine the amenities of suburban living with a desirable urban location–and a reasonable price tag.
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Recession-Ravaged Las Vegas Builder Shows Off Its New Attitude
Woodside Homes emerges from the downturn with design choices geared to post-recession buyers.
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Innovative Home Adapts to Owners’ Needs
The New Economy Home emerged as a solution to the financial strains of the recession, but its universal design and flexible layout still resonate with buyers.
