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KB Home’s GreenHouse Venture, and Martha’s Touch
Once again, Martha Stewart has teamed up with the builder’s designers, this time to create the look and feel of the first net-zero energy residence in the Builder Magazine Concept…
Remodeling Awards Honor Two Universal Design Projects
The NAHB Remodelers’ Homes for Life Awards highlight accommodations for aging in place and physical impairment
Shaping Customer Perspectives on Energy Retrofits
Lawrence Berkeley National Lab studied the subject for weatherization program administrators. One tip when talking to homeowners: avoid the work retrofit
Remodeling the Remodeling Business
Last month’s Remodeling Show attendees focused on timeless advice for adapting to new markets, taking on smaller jobs, and making business management skills a priority
Home Buyer Satisfaction Study: Cheers Amid the Downturn
Home buyers say they’re as satisfied as they’ve ever been with new-home builders and new-home quality, according to a recent J.D. Power study
Scaling Down Floor Space, Prices for First-time Buyers
With data showing that the first-time-buyer segment is growing, more builders are constructing smaller homes that are priced for first-time budgets
Sorting Through the Housing Market’s Mixed Signals
August sales of both new and existing homes simmer on low, although the market appears more stable; “cash-in refinancing” offers hope for the underwater crowd
Charging for Design Advice: Bill Up-Front or Forget About it
A contractor with more than 30 years of experience has a problem. After helping a potential customer develop plans for an upcoming project, russellbriss was rebuffed when he politely asked…
AIA Survey: Practical Upgrades Prevail Over Luxury Add-ons
The American Institute of Architects Design Trends Survey for the second quarter shows ongoing client interest in home performance improvements
Positive Signs in the Multifamily Sector
Multifamily builders and rental brokers see stabilization in demand in many metro markets

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