While America's neighborhoods have become seas of pristine white houses designed for maximum resale value, a colorful rebellion is happening right under our feet. Manufacturers are increasingly offering bolder, more vibrant flooring options that challenge the notion that our homes must sacrifice personality for investment potential.
BuildDirect expands its Pro Center network with the acquisition of Orlando-based Anchor Flooring and Yorkshore Sales, strengthening its distribution capabilities in the southeastern U.S. and enhancing services for professional contractors.
Building professionals can expect modest single-family housing growth this year as regulatory reforms and tax cut extensions counterbalance potential tariff and immigration challenges.
Mohawk Builder + Multifamily brings eco-friendly flooring solutions to Vision House Las Vegas, showcasing how sustainable homes can be built at attainable price points during the International Builders' Show.
Elevated mortgage rates, regulatory burdens, and tariff concerns are driving up housing costs, with typical families now spending nearly 40% of income on mortgage payments.
Construction firms are riding high into 2025, buoyed by strong year-end performance and recent interest rate cuts. Houzz's latest industry survey reveals surging confidence among builders, while architects face growing backlogs and interior designers report their strongest outlook in months. Is a renovation boom on the horizon?
What do flooring retailers have to look forward to in 2025 to grow their business? Jeff Meadows, president of residential sales, discusses the company's strategic focus on domestic production, luxury products, and builder partnerships amid challenging market conditions.
Pending home sales gained 2.2% in November – the fourth consecutive month of increases and the highest level since February 2023 – according to the National Association of Realtors.
Zillow's AI-powered natural language search data shows Americans prioritized ranch-style homes, lakefront properties, and unique features in 2024. While pools and garages remained consistently popular nationwide, some buyers searched for distinctive amenities like roller coasters and haunted houses.
Construction spending rose 0.4% in October driven by residential gains, while many federal projects remain stalled due to regulatory reviews, according to a new Associated General Contractors of America analysis.
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