January 2019

Lean Building

Putting the Value Back in Value Engineering for Home Builders

It isn't about cutting costs. It's about adding value to the homes you build

National Housing Quality Award

Through the Years With the NHQ Awards: Is This Your Year to Apply?

Winning the National Housing Quality Award feels great, but it’s the rigorous process and journey of self-discovery that really hold the greatest value and benefit for home builders

Software + Apps

Apps for Builders

Out of the pocket and into our future, the fusion of tech and home building is here to be tapped

Sales + Marketing

Matt Sauls on Pardee Homes' First 55+ Product and Why Local Flavor Is Key

TRI Pointe's Pardee Homes goes boutique to stand out in the active adult market

VuePoint at Altis 55+ community by Pardee Homes

Doors

Doors | MI Windows and Doors

The HomeMaker3 and EnergyCore EC190 (shown) sliding glass door collections from MI Windows and Doors are now available with the company’s...

Doors

Doors | ProVia

Available for its Embarq and Signet fiberglass entry doors, ProVia has launched Glazed Finishes—a weathered, rustic aesthetic for entry...

ProVia has launched Glazed Finishes (Signet in Dutch Gray, shown).

Doors

Doors | Haas Door

Garage door manufacturer Haas Door’s SelectView option allows homeowners to place windows in nearly any part of the garage door to...

Doors

Doors | Masonite

Masonite has introduced warm-edge flexible spacers to its door offerings. The company says the spacers boost energy efficiency and last nine...

Doors

Doors | Sierra Pacific Windows

In the wake of recent hurricane seasons, Sierra Pacific Windows launched its FeelSafe Bi-fold Door for large openings. Up to eight panels...

Sierra Pacific Windows FeelSafe Bi-fold Door

Doors

Doors | Marvin Windows and Doors

In an expansion of the Scenic Door collection, the Ultimate Corner Multi-Slide Door from Marvin Windows and Doors seeks to bring the...

Home Builders Institute's Schools to Skills Grant Application Open Through December

As Mortgage Rates Rise, Buyers Lose Purchasing Power

Renters Are Choosing Single-Family Homes for These Features