The 2020 NAHB International Builders' Show (IBS) is ready to welcome attendees to the Las Vegas Convention Center, Jan. 21–23. IBS is part of Design & Construction Week, which is co-located with the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). For those involved in residential construction and design, there’s a lot to pack into a few days. Here, BUILDER editors combed through 100-plus education sessions at the show, and highlighted a few that caught our attention.
Tuesday, Jan. 21
Technology in Your Sales & Design Centers
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 10:00 – 10:30 AM
LVCC—South 229
In this interactive Tech Bytes session, explore best practices for creating a seamless experience for online shoppers who visit your sales and design centers. Learn more here.
Single-Family Lifestyle in a Multifamily World
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
LVCC–North 253
Learn how builders and architects are accomplishing single family living in a multifamily world as the panelists share successful community and floor plan examples. Learn more here.
Understanding Today’s New Home Buyer
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 12:45 – 1:45 PM
LVCC—South 227
Panelists will provide an in-depth look at where the market is headed, which buyer segments are most active, what features and design styles they want, the obstacles you should avoid, and more. Learn more here.
What’s Next in Curb Appeal & Elevations
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 12:45 – 1:45 PM
LVCC—South 232
Learn the latest in exterior design trends and acquire a plan of action to position yourself for success in the new decade to come. Learn more here.
Addressing the Trade Shortage: Solutions You Can Implement Today
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2:30 – 3:30 PM
LVCC—North 252
Learn how to attract the best trades and crews, and reap the benefits of superior product, quality, schedule and profit. Learn more here.
How Urban Solutions Are Framing Future Suburbs
Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2:30 – 3:30 PM
LVCC—South 221
Our panel of experts will discuss the design trends that are turning renters into buyers, what they do and don’t want, how they want to live and what you can do to attract them. Learn more here.
Wednesday, Jan. 22
Interior Design & Finishes Today’s Top Buyer Segments Demand
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 8:30 – 9:30 AM
LVCC—South 227
This fast-paced presentation will provide proven techniques and visual examples of how to use design as a selling advantage and turn “standard” homes into homes that buyers instantly identify with. Learn more here.
Attainability: Design Strategies to Keep Costs Down & Meet Consumer Demand
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 1:45 – 2:45 PM
LVCC—South 227
In this session, three forward-thinking architects and a leading housing product research expert will explore the different sides of attainable housing and design strategies for meeting current and future needs. Learn more here.
Developing Mixed-Income Multifamily Housing
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 3:30 – 4:30 PM
LVCC—North 253
This session discusses the experiences of several developers who have successfully developed mixed-income housing projects. Learn more here.
Diversifying the Construction Workforce
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 3:30 – 4:30 PM
LVCC—North 252
In this session, a panel of building industry experts will share strategies, programs and global marketing techniques that will help diversify skilled labor talent. Learn more here.
Thursday, Jan. 23
Innovations in Attached & Multifamily Housing
Thursday, Jan. 23, 8:30 – 9:30 AM
LVCC—North 258
This session explores innovative approaches that are being used to develop low- to medium-density multifamily and attached housing in today’s market. Learn more here.
The Perfect Bridge to the Missing Millennial & More
Thursday, Jan. 23, 9:15 – 10:15 AM
LVCC—South 232
This session explores what Missing Middle Housing is, how cities are successfully implementing it and how builders can capitalize on these opportunities. Learn more here.
Creating the Healthier Homes Your Customers Want at a Price They Can Afford
Thursday, Jan. 23, 1:45 – 2:45 PM
LVCC—North 253
This advanced session will analyze how builders achieved the right balance of sustainability, healthy practices, and features to incorporate cost-effective systems to match the market’s expectations while also maintaining high-quality construction. Learn more here.
Head to the IBS and KBIS education pages to see a full list of sessions offered at the shows.
