Innovation

The homebuilding industry stands at a crossroads. For decades, we’ve talked about innovation, yet we continue to build homes in much the same way that we did a generation ago. Labor shortages persist. Material costs climb. Energy codes tighten. Homeownership drifts further from reach. And still, we wait for someone else to lead. I believe that it’s time to stop waiting. The solutions already exist: smarter wall systems, integrated HVAC platforms, digital design tools, and new

How can we make today’s new homes more efficient, resilient, and valuable? Especially in a complex landscape where margins are tight, materials are volatile, labor is hard to find and retain, and codes are evolving faster than ever. And homebuyers? They’re expecting homes that are smarter, more efficient, and more comfortable… all while assuming faster timelines and greater affordability. For decades, innovation in housing has been fueled by outside pressure – changing regula

Is electrification of our homes and buildings the right way to go? This is a topic of much debate among the energy and building...

Choosing between a stick-built home and a modular home is a significant decision with various implications. What’s the difference between...

The demand for faster, more efficient home construction continues to increase. How can the homebuilding industry address these demands...

If you are a production homebuilder, you know the importance of delivering energy-efficient, comfortable homes at a competitive cost....

Heat pumps have gotten a bad rap for not being adequate for cold climates. In the past, this was partly true, necessitating an electric...

In recent years, extreme weather events like Hurricane Helene have highlighted the urgent need for resilience in homebuilding. A...

In new residential construction, HVAC systems and ductwork are most commonly installed in attics – especially in the sun belt states....

To tackle wall cavity condensation in northern cold climates, we all know that continuous insulation is your go-to solution. By creating...

AI. It's everywhere in the news, and it's no surprise that it's making its way into homebuilding too. For those who are unsure what AI...

It feels like a ‘make-believe’ world, but according to the numbers, it is not. In 2022, the 3D printing construction market size was...

Residential wood foundations are a game-changer compared to typical concrete ones, especially when it comes to being eco-friendly,...

In the world of homebuilding, innovation is like a light showing the way forward, but it's also a rough sea full of challenges. To make...

It is undeniable that innovation in other industries is rampant. WHERE is “better, faster and more efficient” in the homebuilding...

Builders are understandably cautious when it comes to anything that alters the spec list, requires a new supplier or installer, or might...