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on December 08,2010 in Feature
mackmiller design+build capitalizes on surprises to make a successful remodel.
on December 06,2010 in Feature
At a scant 528 square feet, the Eco-Cabana model from Palm Harbor Homes may be small in stature but it is mighty when it comes to green living. Designed to meet DOE’s Builders Challenge energy...
on December 06,2010 in Feature
The home building industry’s approach to design, plans, and specifications needs a comprehensive overhaul to find and eliminate waste in product and process. Professional Builder columnist and Lean...
on November 07,2010 in Feature
High-performance, green, sustainable — all are terms that are often used interchangeably. While they may conjure visions of solar roof panels, geothermal heating, and other expensive technologies,...
on November 07,2010 in Feature
NAHB Research Center’s latest study identifies wall assemblies that perform the best in mixed-humid climates, such as Washington, D.C., Nashville, and Cincinnati. The claddings used in the study...
on November 02,2010 in Feature
When many contractors around the country are struggling to stay in business, Tod and Kristin Sakai have seen their three-year-old design/build company, Sockeye Homes, grow robustly. They expect...
on November 02,2010 in Feature
Precise systems and good listening deliver dazzling project at a practical price
on October 07,2010 in Feature
The NHQ Awards represent the best of the best in quality-driven home building companies, and the 2011 class is no exception. All three winners — Charter Homes & Neighborhoods, Haseko Construction...
on October 07,2010 in Feature
Instead of price chasing the competition, Wathen-Castanos reinvents itself as a high-performance, green builder to grow during the market’s ‘darkest days.’
on October 07,2010 in Feature
Haseko Construction Inc., Honolulu, put its quality management system to the test when it rolled out 22 neo-traditional models as part of its foray into single-family home building. Read about the...
on October 07,2010 in Feature
For Lancaster, Pa.-based Charter Homes & Neighborhoods, customer satisfaction is more than great service and warranty — it’s about making the home-buying experience something truly special. Read...
on October 07,2010 in Feature
Implementing the principles of Lean in home building is no easy task, but the payoffs in waste reduction and cost savings can be substantial. Lean expert Scott Sedam provides a roadmap for getting...
on October 07,2010 in Feature
Every step in the process of selling a house has its challenges, but perhaps none is more frustrating than having the appraisal on a house come in well below the sale price. Not satisfied with the...
on October 07,2010 in Feature
It’s good to be green, but everything starts with affordability. That’s what home builders have learned about creating marketable products for cost-conscious, savvy buyers. Solar panels and tankless...
on October 07,2010 in Feature
Are conservation communities on a comeback? Some experts believe so. We profile three recent conservation community developments that re-think the decades-old planning model.
on October 07,2010 in Feature
There are a number of reasons builders might make the decision to switch building products, materials, or systems. A different product may offer first-cost or labor savings over your current product...
on September 17,2010 in Feature
Check out the winners of the Custom Builder Design Challenge -- their unique conceptual designs accommodate three generations.
on September 17,2010 in Feature
Custom Builder has searched far and wide for some of the most impressive custom projects to land on our doorstep. Take a look at three projects from award-winning architects and designers...
on September 15,2010 in Feature
Mixed-use residential development is on the upswing, particularly in urban areas. But before jumping into this market, home builders need to consider the risks versus rewards.
on September 15,2010 in Feature
Central Austin is a desired locale for those living in the Texas city because of its picturesque neighborhoods and proximity to amenities. That was why the owners of this small bungalow in Central...
