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4 ways builders simplify pool construction in new homes

July 15, 2019 Danielle Andrus 16 Views 0 Comments

Early planning is a win-win-win for buyers, builders and pool contractors.

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Toll Brothers goes big on giving back

July 12, 2019 Danielle Andrus 74 Views 0 Comments

At a dedication ceremony on Thursday, Toll Brothers celebrated the culmination of an extensive project with the Home Builders Foundation.

Design Materials

Let the outside in with oversized doors: July product spotlight

July 10, 2019 Danielle Andrus 397 Views 0 Comments

Exterior and Sliding Doors Solar Innovations Solar Innovations‘ pivot doors are oversized glass doors that are suitable for interior and

Despite the growth in the need for housing, innovation has been lacking, says Katerra's Schick. (Photo: Katerra)

Build Technology

Scaling the construction labor shortage

July 9, 2019July 9, 2019 Danielle Andrus 47 Views 0 Comments modular building, offsite construction

“The construction industry is ripe for disruption,” according to Trevor Schick, head of Katerra’s materials organization. He cited data from

Many homeowners think that what they consider an emergency is an emergency for everyone. (Photo: Antonio Guillem, Dreamstime)

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Signs of summer—Fielding homeowner warranty calls

July 3, 2019 Bill Armstrong 70 Views 1 Comment

Warming weather essentially guarantees builders will get calls like these.

Homebuyers are drawn to modern, clean styles, study finds. (Photo: Architecture Viz, Dreamstime)

Build Business Management Materials Remodel The Homebuyer

Homebuyers want spa, not spartan, in bathroom design

June 20, 2019June 25, 2019 Danielle Andrus 88 Views 0 Comments

Homebuyers want relaxing, “spa-like” spaces for their bathrooms, a study found.

Remodelmate aims to make it easier for homeowners to connect with remodeling contractors.

Industry and Economy Remodel Technology The Homebuyer

Remodelmate expanding to Denver

June 20, 2019June 25, 2019 Danielle Andrus 1497 Views 0 Comments

Washington, D.C.-based tech company aims to connect remodeling contractors with homeowners.

Many homeowners had to delay regular maintenance or repairs during the recession. Now they’re investing in their homes again. (Photo: Wave Break Media, Dreamstime)

Build Industry and Economy Remodel The Homebuyer

What’s driving remodeling growth?

June 20, 2019June 25, 2019 Danielle Andrus 75 Views 0 Comments

Homeowners who had to put off remodeling during the recession are investing in their homes again.

The remodeling industry is worth a record $424 billion, according to Harvard's JCHS.

Build Design Industry and Economy Remodel The Homebuyer

New remodelers—Meet the homebuyers driving remodeling growth

June 20, 2019June 25, 2019 Danielle Andrus 1128 Views 0 Comments

The remodeling industry is enjoying unprecedented growth, but today’s clients have new concerns and preferred ways of doing business.

Green Building

Energy Department funds $1 million grant for building-efficiency study

June 17, 2019June 17, 2019 Danielle Andrus 355 Views 0 Comments Energy Efficiency

ICC has received a $1.1 million grant to study energy efficiency in building standards.

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