According to the National Association of REALTORS’ latest quarterly report, home prices rose in 80% of metro markets during the second quarter of 2026. The report also showed the national median single-family existing-home price rose 1.5% year-over-year to $434,900, up from 0.5% annual growth in the first quarter. “Home sales increased despite mortgage rates rising. This testifies to the potential housing demand building up from steady job and income gains,” said NAR Chief Economist Dr. Lawrence Yun. “Sales rose in three of the four major regions, with the South leading…
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With Exhibitor Space Sold Out, Registration is Open for the 2026 Building Industry Show, the “Not Your Typical Tradeshow” Experience
It’s official: The highly-anticipated exhibitor show floor at the upcoming Building Industry Show (BIS) has sold out all available booth space. While exhibitor space is full, registration is open for those homebuilding industry pros who want to be in the room for exclusive access to homebuilders, trade associates, service providers and other leading companies spanning Southern California’s homebuilding industry. BIS 2026, hosted by the Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC), returns to Indian Wells in September for its high-energy takeover of the region’s home building scene, bringing together the nation’s…
Read MoreHome alterations on existing homes boost consumer spending
According to data from the National Association of Home Builders’ Consumer Expenditure Survey (CES), buyers of existing single-family detached homes generate increased spending during the first year after purchase, approximately $8,677. Buyers of existing homes spend more on property alterations and repairs during the first three years after moving into the home, but more so during the first year. During the first year after purchase, the largest increase in spending occurs in property alterations and repairs, with predicted annual purchases of $13,882. Typical existing home buyers spend more on appliances…
Read MoreASLA urges for construction workforce stability
A new analysis from the American Society of Landscape Architects highlights the need for construction workforce stability. Recent studies throughout the industry predict that by 2030, the industry will face a gap of millions of skilled trades positions, driven by demographics, slow training pipelines and growing demand for housing, infrastructure, as well as climate-resilient projects, unless we begin the conversation about construction workforce stability. “As design professionals, we need to begin to make workforce stability a normal part of the conversation; not as politics, but as a health, safety and…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: Big Horn Remodeling
For Big Horn Remodeling, this primary bathroom and closet renovation project reflects the builder’s commitment to client satisfaction. The project involved removing and replacing a dated tub, enlarging the shower by approximately 30%, relocating the drain and installing additional features that modernized the space. After purchasing the home, the homeowner wanted a brighter bathroom with an expansive layout, but the project came with its own unique challenges after the home was neglected throughout the years of rental use. The bathroom needed more than a finish refresh; the tub took up…
Read MoreLuxury-inspired bathrooms drive renovations
The primary driver of bathroom remodels is homeowners’ desire for luxury bathrooms. Interior designers and architects weighed in, sharing what bathroom features homeowners are prioritizing to achieve that luxurious bathroom design. Modern free-standing tubs can open up the space and reflect the look of a luxury resort bathroom. Interior designer Jessica Risko Smith said that pairing a free-standing tub with light wood flooring and crisp white walls can instantly modernize a bathroom. Architect Colleen Healey boldly suggests adding a skylight into the bathroom to bring in natural light. Warm woods,…
Read MoreInterior designers predict 2027 renovation trends
As we pass the 2026 midyear mark, interior designers are already predicting the style shifts and upcoming trends for 2027. According to these interior designers, the biggest shifts are less about one particular style and more about creating homes with greater intention and with consideration for the future. At the same time, rooms are becoming more flexible and personalized, reflecting how families actually gather, entertain and move throughout their spaces. Wellness has been a popular priority throughout 2026 and it looks like that is not about to change anytime soon…
Read MoreRemodeling spending expected to slow down
According to new data from Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies, annual spending on home improvements and repairs is expected to slow down until mid-2027. The latest Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) suggests this will lead to a third straight quarter of decelerating year-over-year growth, with spending projected to be $519 billion through mid-2027. “Growth in remodeling permitting and retail spending on building products has flattened recently, suggesting that renovation activity is cooling,” said Rachel Bogardus Drew, Director of the Remodeling Futures Program at the Center. “Reduced housing…
Read MoreHome accessibility upgrades fuel renovation boom
Home accessibility modifications are driving a renovation boom as homeowners bring multiple generations of family under one roof. Instead of a simple kitchen refresh, clients are prioritizing grab bars, wider doorways and walk-in showers that serve toddlers and elders alike. The most requested upgrades tend to focus on the rooms where families spend the most time and where safety risks run highest, including curb-less walk-in showers, wider doorways, lever-style doorknobs instead of round knobs and lighting improvements. Multigenerational household renovation has become common as more families choose to combine resources…
Read MoreRemodel of the Week: Bailey Design + Build
In this Louisville, Kentucky, home remodel, Bailey Design + Build transformed the home’s outdoor space into a personal retreat, adhering to the homeowners’ vision while breaking boundaries in a backyard renovation. The project’s main objectives were to increase privacy from neighborhoods, add more shade, add premium appliances that enhanced the clients’ desired outdoor living lifestyle and create a warm atmosphere by integrating inviting textures. The remodeler integrated a bar and dining area beneath a custom standing seam metal roof, blending practical coverage with a polished look. Privacy screens were softened…
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