Explore the latest trends in quality home building in this informative volume that anyone searching for new construction options will want to own. It deals with every step of the process: how to hire a team of professionals; choose an architectural style; make a grand entrance with hallways and foyers; and design every area in the house, plus outdoor spaces too. There's plenty of information on layout basics, door and window placement, durable materials that look great, and the hottest fashions in home design - including open plans. Sidebars cover crucial issues such as how much professionals charge and building green.