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2025 Ivory Prize Finalists Announced

The awards program seeks to develop creative solutions to make the housing industry more affordable and accessible
Feb. 18, 2025
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Get Ready for the National Housing Supply Summit!

A gathering of housing industry stakeholders, policymakers, and innovators working to move the needle on solutions for the housing shortage
Feb. 15, 2025
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How to Design an Open-Plan Kitchen

Follow these tips to optimize the flow and function of your open-plan kitchen designs
Feb. 13, 2025
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Most Homes Don’t Allow for Seniors to Age in Place

Just 1% of US homes suit the needs of aging adults, according to a recent survey
Feb. 13, 2025
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7 Ways to Reduce Silica Dust Exposure

Long-term exposure to silica dust can cause severe health problems. These best practices will help protect your crews
Feb. 17, 2025
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These Construction Roles Are Growing the Fastest

The construction workforce is projected to grow throughout 2025, but demand for some roles is outpacing others
Feb. 13, 2025
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Home Building Pros Expect to See Growth in 2025

Residential construction and design businesses expect to see major returns throughout 2025
Feb. 10, 2025
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How New Technologies Can Improve Construction Workflow

With an ongoing worker shortage and growing demand, many construction workers have implemented new technologies, but some project managers remain hesitant
Feb. 6, 2025
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Housing Starts Fall at the Beginning of the Year

In January, housing starts dropped by nearly 10%
Feb. 19, 2025
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Policies That Increase Access to Homeownership

NAHB Chairman's Message: How one Wisconsin county is getting creative to find solutions for housing attainability
Feb. 19, 2025
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Manuel Builders Earns the 2025 National Housing Quality Award

Manuel Builders, the 2025 recipient of a Bronze National Housing Quality Award for operational excellence, is on a path of continual improvement that will enable further (and ...
Feb. 19, 2025
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All-Cash Home Sales Become Less Common

All-cash deals have fallen to their lowest point since 2021
Feb. 18, 2025
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First-Time Homebuyers Continue to Age Up

This trend is the result of several factors, including high home prices and societal shifts that are causing households to rent for longer
Feb. 11, 2025
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Gen Zers Save the Most Money—but Not Enough for a Down Payment

Generation Z saves the largest share of income compared with other generations, but low wages are keeping them from purchasing a home
Feb. 10, 2025
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Single Americans Struggle the Most With Rising Housing Costs

Nearly 70% of single, divorced, or separated people have a difficult time affording monthly payments
Feb. 5, 2025
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Young Adults Choose to Move Back in With Parents

Young adults have always made up a sizable portion of first-time homebuyers, but this has changed with rising home prices
Jan. 21, 2025
Hacker Kitchens
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Moving Table from Häcker Kitchens

Häcker Kitchens’ Moving Table is an ergonomic designed to pair with island installations. The moveable countertop slides back and forth on a fixed secondary surface...
Feb. 18, 2025
Cosentino
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Dekton Pietra Edition Stone Collection from Cosentino

Inspired by the Mediterranean, Cosentino’s Dekton Pietra Edition stone collection features six designs and five stone textures that emphasize warmth and simplicity, according...
Feb. 18, 2025
RIVA Spain
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RIVA Moss from RIVA Spain

Sustainably harvested from European forests, RIVA Moss is designed to promote well-being and tranquility in the home. The moss can be used to create live walls, framed art, and...
Feb. 18, 2025
James Hardie
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Artisan Lap Siding from James Hardie

James Hardie’s Artisan Lap Siding puts a sleek, modern twist on traditional lap siding, with deep shadow lines and extra-thick boards that create a striking, mitered corner...
Feb. 18, 2025