In Old Hickory’s Hopewell neighborhood, the construction of "tall and skinny" homes on historically smaller lots marked a significant change in local architecture and utilization of space. This trend, initially surprising to residents, now aligns with the original 1918 subdivision plans, allowing more people to afford homes despite rising land and construction costs. MCH Builders emphasizes its commitment to affordable housing by constructing smaller homes on these original lots to ensure community workers like teachers can buy homes in their work areas.