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The Engineered Wood Association recently announced the winners of its 2012 Safety and Health Awards, a program that encourages and
Housing Markets Improving in 258 Metros in May
More than 250 U.S. housing markets are on the road to economic and housing recovery, including metro areas in all
APA Releases 2013 Market Outlook
The small but positive uptick in the economy and residential construction closed 2012 on an optimistic note for the first
APA Builder Tips Now Available for Mobile Devices
APA Builder Tips are now available in mobile format for easy viewing on tablets and smart phones. These tips, updated
8 Reasons to Consider LSL for Your Next Project (Infographic)
Ever wonder what the benefits are of LSL compared to traditional lumber? For starters, it is more consistent and straighter,
Nearly One-third of Homeowners Are Motivated to Make Home Renovations
With the housing market slowly bouncing back in many communities, homeowners are looking to make improvements to their properties. A
Housing Hits First Milestone of 2013
Housing construction passed the milestone of a mark of one million starts in March coming in at 1.036 million homes,
As Housing Industry Builds Up, Other Sectors Follow
When fortunes rise in the housing industry — as they currently are — it tends to lift sales for other
Single Family Housing at Strongest Pace Since 2008
Both the single-family housing starts and overall permit issuance reached their strongest pace since June of 2008, according to newly
Home Building Job Growth Ahead
Housing construction activity has increased significantly over the last year across the three primary sectors of home building: single-family, multifamily
New Guide Helps Builders Navigate 2012 Residential Code
A new guide was recently co-published by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the International Code Council (ICC)
Job Openings in Construction on the Rise
Data recently gathered from Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JLOTS) indicates a pickup in construction sector job openings over
APA Expands on Wall Bracing Method Report
APA – The Engineered Wood Association has expanded System Report SR-102. The initial report details a simplified wall bracing method
Fourth Quarter Indices Indicate Apartment and Condominium Markets Continue to Improve
The Multifamily Production Index (MPI) increased two points to a level of 54, signifying the fourth straight quarter with a
Architecture Firm Billings Continue Resurgence into 2013
The Architecture Billings Index (ABI) climbed to 54.2 in January, signifying the strongest growth in five and a half years.
Nationwide Housing Affordability Continues to Climb
Exceptionally low interest rates helped ensure a slight gain in nationwide housing affordability in the final quarter of 2012 according
What Home Buyers Really Want
A recent survey conducted by the National Association of Home Builders reveals home buyers’ desire for energy efficiency and organization
NAHB Shares 2012 Home Trends
Homes started in 2012 were on average larger and more expensive than in the previous year, according to data shared
Engineered Wood at 2013 Show Village
This year’s Professional Builder’s Show Village at the International Builders’ Show focuses on energy efficiency in modular living, with three
NAHB Forecasts Slow and Steady Improvement for Residential Remodeling
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) forecasts steady growth for the remodeling market this year, with an overall increase
Multifamily Industry to Remain Strong through 2013
The National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) forecasts 299,000 multifamily housing starts for 2013, a 22 percent improvement over the previous
IBS Housing and Economic Outlook: Economists Optimistic for 2013
With 949,000 forecasted housing starts for 2013, the National Association of Homebuilders chief economist David Crowe is moderately optimistic about
2013 International Builders’ Show
It’s not too late to register for the 2013 NAHB International Builders’ Show. The show is this January 22 to
Carbon Challenge Residential Design Competition to Kick off this Week
The Carbon Challenge Design competition will kick off this week in Baltimore, Md., and Providence R.I. The competition is a
Builder News and Trends
New Wall Bracing Method from APA APA – The Engineered Wood Association has published a new system report detailing a
What’s New
New products can shape new directions in the building industry. Check out these websites.* APA Product Reports App The new
Industry Spotlight: Zeeland Lumber & Supply
As the housing market starts to turn around, technology is playing an increasingly large role in helping companies differentiate themselves
2012 Supply Chain Trends Recap
In an effort to recap 2012 and help readers plan for 2013, ProSales Online recently compiled its monthly reports from
Real Estate Professionals Optimistic about Home Values
Real estate professionals are optimistic about the future of home prices, according to a survey of more than 200 practioners
Top 10 Healthiest Housing Markets in 2013
Truilia chief economist Jed Kolko recently listed what he considers the ten healthiest markets for this year in an article
Home Builder Confidence at Highest Level Since 2006
Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes rose to 47 in December, according to the National Association
Foreclosure Activity Decreases 3 Percent in November
Foreclosure activity decreased by 3 percent last month, marking the twenty-sixth consecutive month with an annual decrease in foreclosure activity,
Q3 2012 Remodeling Continues to Improve
U.S. remodeling and replacement project activity continued to improve during the third quarter of 2012, according to Hanley Wood’s Residential
U.S. Construction Spending Increases More than Forecast
Construction spending increased by 1.4 percent, almost three times more than forecast, in October thanks to an increase in home
Green Building Accelerates through Economic Downturn
The green building marketplace is accelerating around the world, according to a study by McGraw-Hill Construction. Study results indicate that
Continued Housing Market Recovery Expected Through 2014
The housing market recovery is expected continue over the next few years, provided there are no further limitations on the
AIArchitect Releases Special Report
A new special report from AIArchitect titled “Design for the Common Good” explores socially conscious design and the creative solutions
Wood Buildings, Skyscrapers of the Future?
As builders in Europe and Australia have begun constructing tall wood buildings, a number of Canadian architects are hoping to
Nationwide Housing Affordability Improves in Q3
Lower interest rates helped make homes more affordable to median-income families in metro areas across the country even as housing
Hanley Wood Polls Show Optimism in Construction and Design Sectors
A recent poll by Hanley Wood of nearly 3,000 builders, architects, remodelers and distributors suggests the return of optimism as
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