Decrease in Home Sizes and Lots Nearing Bottom

Washington, D.C. – June 29, 2011 – (RealEstateRama) — The collapse of the housing market resulted in greater interest in smaller homes and lot sizes, but that appears to be leveling off. There continues to be interest from homeowners in investing in their properties, particularly with regards to outdoor living space. Accessibility within the home remains a concern, especially for an aging population, along with ongoing demand for more flexible and open design within homes. Business conditions for residential architects are showing improving conditions with the highest billings score since mid-2007.


More info...

SHARE
Avatar

For over 150 years, members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) have worked with each other and their communities to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings and cityscapes. By using sustainable design practices, materials, and techniques, AIA architects are uniquely poised to provide the leadership and guidance needed to provide solutions to address climate change. AIA architects walk the walk on sustainable design. Visit www.aia.org/walkthewalk.

Contact:

Scott Frank
Phone: 202-626-7467

The American Institute of Architects
1735 New York Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20006-5292

Phone: 800-AIA-3837 or 202-626-7300
Fax: 202-626-7547

Previous articleUSAA Real Estate Company Announces Sale of The Preserve on Fredericksburg, San Antonio
Next articleHUD ANNOUNCES FINAL RULE SETTING STANDARDS FOR STATE COMPLIANCE WITH SAFE ACT