Are you thinking about using insulated concrete forms (ICF) to build your new home? We’ll cover what ICF is, how it works, and the pros and cons of ICF construction. Here’s what you need to know about this energy-efficient building material. What Are Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)? Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) is a type of […]
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Every January, the local Home Builders Association hosts the Economic Outlook forum for the year. For 18 years, Eldon Rude, with 360 Real Estate Analytics, has presented the statistics and economics for this forum, along with a few guest speakers. A Look Back Last year, Eldon spoke to a group of almost 800. He summarized […]
It is a new year and time, yet again, to choose the Paint Color of the Year. Each year we ask our designers to select their favorite paint color from among the major paint manufacturers. And this year, the winner is……. 2020 Paint Color of the Year Benjamin Moore’s First Light 102-70. This soft color, […]
Building a custom home is a dream come true for many people. But it is actually much more overwhelming than you might think. The choices that once seemed fun can become daunting as they pile up on top of each other. People begin to wonder if they’re making the right choices; how will they know […]
A continuation of the Waterways Magazine article, Summer 2019 I hope you’ve been enjoying my “Ask the Builder” series in Waterways magazine. If you missed it or want a more in-depth discussion, you’ve come to the right place. I get asked a lot of questions about designing and building a home. Many of them relate […]
