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November-December 2022 Table of Contents

Pulse
Survey: 48% of U.S. Contractors Say Training the Next Generation of Workers Is the Industry’s Most Critical Need BUILDER Survey: 48% of U.S. Contractors Say Training the Next Generation of Workers Is the Industry’s Most Critical Need

According to a new DeWalt Powering the Future survey, nearly half of U.S. contractors say training the next generation is critical for the industry’s 2023 growth followed by contingency planning and resilient supply chain solutions. Read more

What’s Inside the American Garage? BUILDER What’s Inside the American Garage?

According to the Craftsman Take Back Your Garage Survey, garages now store more clutter than cars. Read more

KB Home Launches Its First Microgrid Communities in California BUILDER KB Home Launches Its First Microgrid Communities in California

All 219 of the homes in Durango and Oak Shade will be equipped with solar, a backup battery, and community microgrid connectivity. Read more

Up Front
Three of the Top 5 Most Affordable Markets are in the Midwest BUILDER Three of the Top 5 Most Affordable Markets are in the Midwest

The ability to work from home full time continues to impact housing demand across the country, according to the latest Zonda Affordability Ratio. Read more

Best Practices and Considerations for Building Homes in Cold Climate Regions BUILDER Best Practices and Considerations for Building Homes in Cold Climate Regions

Snow loads, ice dams, and insulation are top concerns when building in areas prone to harsh winters, heavy snowfall, and rain. Read more

Breaking Down the Inflation Reduction Act—and Its Potential Costs for Builders BUILDER Breaking Down the Inflation Reduction Act—and Its Potential Costs for Builders

What will the IRA mean for your business and bottom line? Here are the possibilities. Read more

Higher Mortgage Rates Push Builders Toward Flexible and Impactful Incentives for Buyers BUILDER Higher Mortgage Rates Push Builders Toward Flexible and Impactful Incentives for Buyers

Mortgage rate buydowns—and education on their benefits—are becoming more prevalent as interest rates near 7%. Read more

Q+A with Stone Martin Builders on Its Strategic Expansion Across Alabama BUILDER Q+A with Stone Martin Builders on Its Strategic Expansion Across Alabama

The builder started out with a couple of small homes in 2006 and now is on track to hit 1,000 closings this year. Read more

6 Home Products for Energy Awareness Month BUILDER 6 Home Products for Energy Awareness Month

Here are 6 energy-efficient products to consider when building or improving. Read more

House Plan of the Week: 2 Beds + 2 Baths Under 1,000 Square Feet BUILDER House Plan of the Week: 2 Beds + 2 Baths Under 1,000 Square Feet

This simple home design keeps things affordable and flexible. Read more

Projects
Kansas City-Based Architect Tackles the Design of Two Complementary Custom Homes BUILDER Kansas City-Based Architect Tackles the Design of Two Complementary Custom Homes

The dashing, side-by-side duo—Art House and Courtyard House—were designed and built at the same time. Read more

Features
How Eliminating Single-Family-Only Zoning Will Impact Builders and Developers BUILDER How Eliminating Single-Family-Only Zoning Will Impact Builders and Developers

Los Angeles, Minneapolis, and Portland, Oregon, have removed single-family zoning to help address the housing gap. Read more

Last Detail
Project Gallery: Ski Lift Chair Hangs in Colorado Home's Stairway BUILDER Project Gallery: Ski Lift Chair Hangs in Colorado Home's Stairway

Sourced from a local ski resort, the chair complements the home's mountain modern design. Read more

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