What is Next as The Popularity of Open Layout Kitchens is Fading

Open layout kitchens have reached their peak and consumers are looking for the next style to build around. Some are looking to combine the style with another while others are going back to traditional styles. From broken plan kitchens to back kitchens, the times are changing in favor of saving space and incorporating a sense of connectedness with the rest of the home. Read More

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Southern California Housing Market: Prices and Forecast 2025

In May 2025, the Southern California housing market saw a decline in home sales, with a 7.6% year-over-year drop, largely driven by high mortgage rates and broader economic uncertainty. While home prices remained relatively stable, rising slightly in some counties and falling in others, the region remains significantly more expensive than the national average. Inventory levels are rising, signaling a shift toward a more balanced market, though it still slightly favors sellers. Read More

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Remodeling Market Poised for Growth in 2025

The U.S. remodeling market is poised for growth in 2025, driven by an aging housing stock, high levels of home equity, and favorable demographics, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Nearly half of owner-occupied homes were built before 1980, with a median age of 41 years, prompting homeowners to invest in renovations rather than relocate. NAHB forecasts a 5% increase in residential remodeling activity for 2025, followed by a 3% gain in 2026. The NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index indicates sustained positive sentiment among remodelers since mid-2020,…

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In Win for NAHB, Canadian Lumber Exempt from Trump’s Global Reciprocal Tariffs

In a significant development for the U.S. housing industry, President Trump announced on April 2, 2025, the imposition of a 10% baseline tariff on all of America’s trading partners, with the notable exceptions of Canada and Mexico. This decision is particularly impactful as Canada supplies approximately 85% of U.S. softwood lumber imports, constituting nearly a quarter of the nation’s available supply. The exemption of Canadian lumber from these new tariffs is expected to mitigate potential cost increases in home construction and support housing affordability. While this exemption provides immediate relief,…

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Shifting Trade Policies Reshape Building Material Market

Evolving trade policies and tariffs are reshaping the landscape for building materials, prompting innovation and new sourcing strategies in the construction industry. While costs for items like lumber and steel have risen, the focus is shifting toward strengthening domestic production and improving supply chain resilience. These changes may lead to more stable pricing and increased opportunities for local manufacturers in the long run. According to the NAHB, moving forward, we will continue working with all relevant stakeholders to roll back tariffs on building materials, boost sawmill production and increase the…

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Renovation rebound: Home remodeling is on the rise

​Home renovation spending in the U.S. is projected to hit $509 billion in 2025, surpassing the previous record of $487 billion in 2023, as homeowners increasingly opt to renovate rather than move amid high mortgage rates and limited housing inventory. Many are leveraging significant home equity gains—averaging $150,000 over the past five years—to fund improvements, with nearly half of mortgaged homes now considered “equity-rich.” Popular projects include kitchen remodels, bathroom upgrades, and HVAC installations, which not only enhance daily living but also offer substantial returns on investment. According to The…

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Dated Kitchen Gets Remodel While Preserving the Character of the Summit Hill Victorian

Photo courtesy of McDonald Remodeling. When Ben Ransom and his family moved into their 1890 Victorian in Summit Hill eight years ago, he knew the home would need extensive remodeling and repair. Though having previously remodeled the bathroom, and replaced windows and exterior siding, the kitchen remained untouched and unloved, ready for a transformation. “The kitchen was always one element needing focus,” Ransom said. “We had some cabinets that were falling apart. It looked like it had been updated maybe in the ’80s, and then someone just put a new…

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Remodel of the Week; Palm Beach Florida Family Home Transformed

According to Mansion Global, tearing everything down is one way to get a transformative renovation, but some projects can get the same effect by elevating what’s already there through craftsmanship and thoughtful design choices. Such was the hope when Lindsey Koch, a former executive at New Era Caps, embarked on renovating her North Palm Beach, Florida, vacation home: She didn’t just want a luxury home—she wanted artistry. “You don’t always get this opportunity with houses of this level because so often, they’re torn down or rebuilt,” said Stephanie Mahaney of…

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Home Remodeling Statistics and Trends of 2024

Eco-home remodeling effectively achieves a range of global goals, like addressing climate change, creating sustainable and thriving communities, and driving economic growth. Sure, these sound grandiose, but homeowners also have immediate advantages, such as reduced energy bills, tax deductions, and saving the planet, according to Zenith. Read more

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