PB November 2015

Project Management

Immigration’s Role in the Labor Shortage

Builders are short on workers, and that's in part due to immigration trends.

Lighting

Downlight | WAC Lighting

The new Aether downlight from WAC Lighting is suitable for shallow plenums. Its 3½-inch LED shallow housing allows it to fit into ceilings...

Green Projects

The Green Line

Builders and architects plan to certify more high-performance homes, but there's a limit as to how green they will go.

Lighting

Custom Fixtures | Meyda Custom Lighting

Niagara is a new series of custom lighting fixtures from Meyda Custom Lighting. Included in the family of products is a 72-inch flushmount ...

features

House Review: Urban and suburban infill

Infill opportunities extend beyond vacant city lots. Here are some smart ways to take advantage

Lighting

Light Channel | Edge Lighting

The Millwork Light Channel from Edge Lighting has a slim aluminum extrusion that fits into recesses in shelving, cabinets, or stairs ...

Lighting

Construction Caselight | Paladin

The Paladin Caselight CL10K was designed for construction crews working flexible shifts and is suitable for early-morning concrete pours,...

Lighting

LED Bulbs | NuWave

The new ALSET LED Lighting line from NuWave features a heat management system in residential bulbs that provides a longer life than...

Appliances

High-Performance Hood | Gaggenau

The 400 series ventilation system from Gaggenau is functional and offers a minimalist design. The new high-performance AI/AW 442 hood is...

Business Management

Combine Design and Purchasing for a Competitive Edge

Opportunities to make the most of materials and improve construction abound. Take advantage of them to reduce time to market and gain a competitive advantage

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