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53 Years of Home Building Excellence: A Legacy Built on Faith and Quality

1| 2| Building a home construction company that thrives for more than five decades is no small feat. Yet History Maker Homes has done exactly that, maintaining its commitment to quality, faith, and family values since its founding. The story offers valuable lessons for builders who want to create a lasting enterprise that survives market […]

When Bad Is Good: Using Candidate Failures to Build a Stronger Home Building Team

When reviewing job candidates for your home building company, the standard playbook is clear: scan the resume for impressive accomplishments, relevant experience, and a clean career trajectory. But what if the most revealing information about a candidate lies not in their successes but in their failures? Experienced builders and construction executives know that a candidate

How Multicultural Design Strategies Are Reshaping Midwestern Home Building

Home builders looking for a competitive edge in today’s housing market are increasingly turning to design approaches that reflect the diverse cultural landscape of modern America. MAREDI Design, a firm known for blending European craftsmanship with Midwestern sensibilities, demonstrates how multicultural design strategies can create homes that stand out while still resonating with local buyers.

How Multigenerational Housing Is Reshaping Home Design and Construction

The way American families live under one roof is changing, and home builders are adapting faster than ever. According to the American Institute of Architects, demand for multigenerational housing jumped from 41 percent of survey respondents in 2019 to 54 percent in 2020, a shift driven by economic pressures, health considerations, and changing family priorities.

Bathroom Design Trends Coming in 2021 What Builders Need to Know from the NKBA Report

Bathroom design continues to evolve rapidly, and the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) 2021 Design Trends report offers valuable insights for builders planning new home projects and renovations. Based on survey responses from 716 design and construction professionals, the report highlights key shifts in bathroom sizes, materials, technology, and aesthetics that will shape residential

Ductless Minisplit HVAC Systems: A Smart Choice for Modern Home Building

Choosing the right HVAC system is one of the most consequential decisions in residential construction, given that heating and cooling account for 40 to 50 percent of a home’s total energy consumption. With the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency reporting that four in ten homes are built with improper HVAC setups, builders and homeowners are exploring

Statement Cabinet Knobs: How to Choose Hardware That Transforms Kitchens and Baths

When it comes to kitchen and bath renovations, few updates deliver as much visual impact for as little cost as replacing cabinet knobs and pulls. Professional builders and remodelers know that switching out standard cabinet hardware is one of the quickest ways to refresh a space without tearing out cabinetry. With homeowners increasingly looking for