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Caroline Broderick

Caroline Broderick is the Editor of Custom Builder Online where she manages and creates impactful multimedia stories for custom home builders, in addition to running the product coverage in Pro Builder. 

Most recently, Broderick served as the managing editor for Pro Remodeler where she earned two Jesse H. Neal Awards for her range of work and coverage of mental health in the construction industry. She also produces the Women at WIRC podcast where she spotlights women in construction, and co-hosts the annual Women in Residential + Commercial Construction Conference. Broderick can be reached at [email protected].

Tim Uhler
Tim Uhler of Pioneer Builders
Q & A

Tim Uhler Talks Instagram Fame and Sharing Knowledge

What was once a small passion project on social media has steadily evolved into a place where Uhler can share educational advice with his more than 400,000 Instagram followers...
Jan. 7, 2025
Kimbel's first Made in America home featured 90% Made in USA products. It inspired him to co-found the online database for American-made building products, American Grade.
Backstory

American Grade: How a Kentucky Custom Builder is Pioneering Made in America Homes

Vince Kimbel launched American Grade, a database for contractors to easily specify made in USA building products, last year. He sees it as a major opportunity for builders
Dec. 31, 2024
Eric Taylor
house at nighttime lit up
Design

Steel Structure in this Remodeled 60s House Creates a Floating Roof

Architect Jim Rill restored this mid-century modern home originally designed by Ulrich Franzen back to its original glory, with modern enhancements
Dec. 17, 2024
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News

Pantone's Color of the Year 2025 Shows Natural Materials are Trending

Mocha Mousse can be used in home design through natural materials, such as wood, wicker, leather, and linen
Dec. 5, 2024
Photo: Tom Bassett-Dilley Architects
Farmhouse custom home exterior with board-and-batten siding
Design

A Sustainable, Self-Powered Modern Farm House Built With ICFs

Farmhouse style is more than just an aesthetic choice for this net zero, Passive House-certified Wisconsin custom home on a rural cattle farm
Dec. 4, 2024
Nils Timm
front of house with large tree
Design

Feng Shui-Infused Mid-Century Home With Stealthy Architectural Choices

Los Angeles-based architecture firm Alloi takes a mess of an existing home and brings fresh clarity to its design
Dec. 3, 2024
Kristin Karch
view of kitchen
Design

Turning a Production Home Kitchen into a Custom Haven

How an interior designer transformed a production home plan into a character-filled kitchen and dining nook
Nov. 22, 2024
Casey Dunn
exterior of home
Case Studies

This Seemingly Subdued Austin Home Takes You on an Experiential Journey

The architect and builder of this subtly complex home share how they created a functional floor plan with consistent city views and endless pockets of surprises
Nov. 20, 2024