August 2017 Table of Contents

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Pain Killers BUILDER Pain Killers

Can and will construction come clean on the impact of substance use and abuse on its job sites, and take action to protect workers? Read more

Up Front
The Lands of Opportunity BUILDER-METROSTUDY The Lands of Opportunity

After a successful spring selling season, builders plan ahead to fill their land pipelines in 2018. Read more

FourPlans: Layouts for Late Summer FourPlans: Layouts for Late Summer

These outdoor-oriented homes encourage lounging on the porch with lemonade. Read more

Facility Shows Off Window and Door Design BUILDER Facility Shows Off Window and Door Design

The new Marvin experience center in Boston features a 3D gallery and smart touch table. Read more

MBK Opens Three-Story Townhomes BUILDER MBK Opens Three-Story Townhomes

The 81 detached homes in Newport Beach feature contemporary architecture and rooftop decks. Read more

Green Homes in Austin Worth an Extra $25,000 Builder Green Homes in Austin Worth an Extra $25,000

Study finds that new homes built to a LEED standard command an 8% premium in resale value compared to conventional homes. Read more

Black Stainless Steel Appliances are the Next Big Trend for Kitchens Builder Black Stainless Steel Appliances are the Next Big Trend for Kitchens

Manufacturers are introducing black stainless steel finishes to their lines of refrigerators and oven ranges, saying dark colors will be the next big thing for creating on-trend kitchens. Read more

Projects
Cottage Community Embraces Coastal Comfort BUILDER Cottage Community Embraces Coastal Comfort

A Cape Cod pocket community revives the region’s neighborly spirit of decades past. Read more

Coastal-Inspired Cottage Promotes a Laidback Lifestyle BUILDER Coastal-Inspired Cottage Promotes a Laidback Lifestyle

From shiplap walls to sliding barn doors, Sabal Homes' South Carolina model is packed with customizable details. Read more

Ashton Woods Home Takes Its Cues from the Coast BUILDER Ashton Woods Home Takes Its Cues from the Coast

The production builder's cottage-style plan in Naples, Fla., was created with relaxation in mind. Read more

Case Studies
David Weekley Homes Makes Push to Colorado Springs Builder David Weekley Homes Makes Push to Colorado Springs

The builder expects to find success in its newest market with a varied product offering. Read more

Betting on Las Vegas Builder Betting on Las Vegas

American West Development goes toe-to-toe with national builders. Read more

Features
Hidden Pain: Opioids' Impact on Home Building Builder Hidden Pain: Opioids' Impact on Home Building

Builders respond in various ways to a substance use problem that's plaguing the nation. Read more

Where There's Smoke: A Look at Drug Use on the Job Builder Where There's Smoke: A Look at Drug Use on the Job

As more states decriminalize pot, how do companies address marijuana use by employees? Read more

New OSHA Guidelines Under Review Builder New OSHA Guidelines Under Review

The new administration extended a deadline to Dec. 1 in order to review the new requirements. Read more

Resources for Addressing Drug Use in the Workplace Builder Resources for Addressing Drug Use in the Workplace

For employers striving toward safe, drug-free work environments, having a plan is key. Read more

NAHB Notes
NAHB Chairman's Letter: Builders' Show Plans Underway Builder NAHB Chairman's Letter: Builders' Show Plans Underway

International Builders’ Show registration opened Aug. 1. Read more

New Survey Predicts Market Shifts Builder New Survey Predicts Market Shifts

The 2017 Builder Practices Survey captures new trends and trend reversals in regard to building product categories Read more

Future of Homeownership Looks Positive Builder Future of Homeownership Looks Positive

Data indicate that the homeownership rate will stabilize. Read more

Data Dive
Go Small or Go Home Builder Go Small or Go Home

As millennials shift from renters to buyers, builders need to scale down the square footage of their homes. Read more

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