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New Pandemic Task Force to Enhance Building Safety

A soon-to-be-appointed Pandemic Task Force seeks to strengthen the built environment in the face of disease-related threats
Nov. 7, 2023
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Building Relationships, Building a Business

Custom builder and Pro Builder Forty Under 40 awardee Chris Adams built his business from the ground up by first, and most importantly, building relationships
Oct. 23, 2023
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An Indoor-Outdoor Fireplace That Preserves Livable Space

This cost-effective, space-saving fireplace is designed to entertain both indoors and out   
Oct. 11, 2023
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Trading in the Man Cave for a Music Room in The House That Blues Built

Fourth-generation custom builder Albert Cummings splits his time between the world of residential construction and the music industry, so it only makes sense that his personal...
Oct. 6, 2023
Helix staircase in East Village Heavy Metal project

Space-Saving Helix Stairs for an East Village Apartment

These custom winding stairs in architect James Wagman’s 'Heavy Metal' project actually aren’t made from metal at all
Sept. 29, 2023
Hillside Paradise L-shaped fireplace in great room

Lateral Thinking for a Custom Vertical Fireplace

This one-of-a-kind fireplace takes modern design to new heights  
Aug. 23, 2023
Lakeside Retreat home entrance

A Mount St. Helens Retreat With a Grand Entryway

Situated on Yale Lake beneath Mount St. Helens, this neomodern vacation home is designed to look like a rustic mountain lodge, and central to that style is its vaulted entryway...
Aug. 7, 2023
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PropTech Tools to Watch in 2023

More efficient property technology tools are helping builders organize data and maintain better relationships with their clients
Aug. 2, 2023