A harmonious fully renovated kitchen remodel in San Clemente, Calif., showcases the thoughtful design and expert craftsmanship of Sea Pointe Construction. Founded in 1986, Sea Pointe Construction has been offering Design-Build construction services throughout Orange County. An eye-catching feature of the project is the 48-inch custom hood and natural stone backsplash complimented by the warm and inviting hues of white gold and brown. In the Southern California climate, indoor outdoor living is a priority. A outward-extending kitchen window offers seamless interaction between the kitchen and the outdoor entertainment area. Additionally,…
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Contractors expect spring influx of project bookings
Contractors often expect the spring season is where most homeowners reach out regarding home repair and renovation projects. This is often because of the more consistent and pleasant weather and scheduling. The most common projects in the spring according to contractors are deck and fence installation, roof repair, landscaping design and kitchen and bath remodels. “People tend to book these when it’s easier for their own schedules, and during the summer a lot of people might have Fridays off or maybe they have a job that has a summer break,…
Read MoreThe remodeling industry’s annual conference is next week
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) presents their 2026 annual conference from April 21-23, 2026. The event is expected to connect contractors, designers, manufacturers, suppliers and service pros from across the country. The conference also is a platform for education, networking and recognition of excellence. Some speakers include Sean Skellenger, CEO of Skelly Build, Rathna Ramakrishnan CEO of Remodeler Digital and Chris Kuehl, PhD Managing Director of Armada Corporate Intelligence. The 2026 NARI Remodeler of the Year awards will be held on the last night of the conference, Thursday,…
Read MoreLast call for women in homebuilding leadership nominations
This May, Builder and Developer will mark our fourth year of recognizing women in home building leadership. These are the executives, designers, operators and innovators shaping the future of residential construction; leading companies, directing strategy and building communities. Recognizing leadership excellence is part of our commitment to the future of homebuilding. View last year’s May B&D issue here. Know a woman who should be featured in our upcoming May issue? Please email nominations to sofia@builder.media Deadline for nominations is Friday April 17th. Leadership in home building deserves sustained recognition, year after…
Read MoreJBREC reports dealers receiving accelerated orders
John Burns Research & Consulting (JBREC) recently reported in their Building Products Dealer Survey, building product orders rose 7% year over year. This reporting indicates the strongest growth reading since the fall. Additionally, a little over half of dealers (54%) surveyed relayed accelerating orders compared to the prior month, citing more favorable weather and the previous decline in mortgage rates. However, analysts propose that this increase is not from demand, rather an elevated cost adjustment. “But dealers project full-year 2026 volume growth of less than 1%, with revenue gains of…
Read MoreRemodel of the week: J.S. Brown & Co.
J.S. Brown & Co. a design-build remodeling firm established in 1978 completed a whole home remodel and addition in Grandview Heights, Ohio. This project included a lengthy punch list including opening the floor plan and updating to modern amenities. This project truly started from the ground up with new foundation and structural framing to support the addition, all while preserving the home’s original charm. The project team then was able to reconfiguring walls to enable an open-concept layout, allowing for more seamless movement and entertainment. The kitchen saw contemporary upgrades…
Read MoreRemodeling market sentiment holds steady
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released their NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the first quarter of 2026, indicating remodelers are remaining positive in the market. While the survey reported at a 62, a two point decrease from the Q4 report, NAHB holds that the sentiment of remodelers is still in steady place. Looking at the bigger picture, the reporting of 62 in Q1 is still stronger than Q2 (59) and Q3 (60) in 2025, despite new economic headwinds. “Ongoing positive remodeler sentiment is consistent with the NAHB…
Read MoreCanadian lumber duties expected to decline
The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) published its plans to lower antidumping and countervailing duties on Canadian softwood lumber. This comes as a scheduled review process of existing tariffs. The DOC presented a decrease of antidumping duties by nearly 10%, from 20.56% to 10.66%. While the countervailing duties are only expected to decrease by less than half a percent from 14.63% to 14.17%, the combined rate would decrease from 35.16% to 24.83%. DOC will likely issue final results of the plans in 120 days, around when lower duties would take…
Read MoreOur Next Hybrid Net-Zero Demonstration Home Begins
Integrating high-performance building materials with luxury and sustainability Celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with a modern agrarian design, this multi-certified, 4,500-square-foot demonstration home builds on a 15-year, multiple award-winning legacy, bringing together industry leaders to deliver verified performance, advanced building technology and a national showcase platform for the future of housing. The ABC Green Home 5.0 TerraVerde project represents the next evolution in high-performance residential construction, uniting innovation, proven building science and a forward-looking vision for how Americans will live in the decades ahead. As a multi-certified demonstration home, TerraVerde is…
Read MoreInterview with Bill Owens, remodeler & NAHB Chairman
Bill Owens, a remodeler of over 40 years, shares his plans as Chairman of the Board for the National Association of HomeBuilders (NAHB), the largest homebuilder association in the U.S. Builder and Developer: Could you tell us about your journey in the home building and construction industry and how it led to this prestigious position? Bill Owens: My career in the industry actually began when I was still a student, more than 40 years ago. I started doing small remodeling projects for profit when I was in college at Miami University…
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