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Top 3 Takeaways from 2019 Building Systems Housing Summit
Members of the offsite construction community gathered last week in Pittsburgh for NAHB’s annual meeting of the systems-built housing industry, the Building Systems Housing Summit. Attendees took advantage of numerous networking opportunities and enjoyed presentations by thought leaders in offsite home building.
Last Chance to Enter Global Innovation and Associate Member Awards
NAHB awards programs recognize the best of the best across the home-building industry, from top products to great marketing to outstanding members. Applications for two such awards programs — the Global Innovation Awards and Associate Member Awards — are due soon, so enter today.
8 Simple Ways to Incorporate Universal Design
Universal design is often mistaken for catering to an aging demographic, in part because of its focus on accessibility. Features such as grab bars and wider doorways may be common, but the principle of universal design is applicable to buyers of any demographic.
Learn more at NAHB’s “Rethinking Universal Design” webinar on Nov. 13.
NAHB’s Largest Award Program Closes Soon
Do you still need time to finish your application for The Nationals? It’s not too late! The deadline for The Nationals awards applications has been extended to Friday, Oct. 18.
Award-Winning Young Professional Shares Insights on Green Building
A pioneer of net-zero energy home development, Anthony Maschmedt, principal and founder of Dwell Development in Seattle, is constantly spreading his wealth of knowledge about green building best practices at events around the country. He was also recognized with the 2018 Best in Green “One to Watch” Young Professional of the Year Award.
4 Ways to Stand Out as a Young Professional
Winners of the 2018 Young Professionals Awards are strong examples of how young professionals can make an impact in the industry at the local, state and national level. Nominate a young professional who excels in your area for the 2019 Young Professionals Awards.
IBS Deals Available for First-Time Attendees
If you are thinking about attending the International Builders’ Show (IBS) for the first time, IBS offers a first-time attendee discount for current NAHB members who have never previously registered for IBS, or people who have previously registered for IBS but only as a non-member.
HERS or HES? A Breakdown of Different Energy Rating Scales
The amount of money a home owner spends on utility costs to operate their house can have a significant impact on their monthly budgets and what they can comfortably afford, so it’s important to be able to speak to how energy efficient your buildings are to potential clients. With several energy rating systems out there, here’s how to decipher what each number means.
Utah Builder Announces Second Annual Housing Affordability Competition
The 2020 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability, presented by Ivory Innovations, is now accepting applications. Now in its second year, the Ivory Prize awards a total of $200,000 to winners that have developed ambitious, feasible and scalable solutions to housing affordability within three focus areas: construction and design; finance; and public policy and regulatory reform.
How Millennial Layout Preferences Differ From Other Generations
Millennials are more inclined to want features such as two-story homes, open layouts, and a greater number of bedrooms and bathrooms than other generations, according to data from NAHB’s “What Home Buyers Really Want” report.
