Karen Larson had no pool industry experience when she set out to build a precast concrete plunge pool. That turned out to be ...

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They’ll read every page of your construction documents, then ask for a house with no visible tech. What they want behind the ...

During its latest earnings call, Toll Brothers described how it's competing more directly with custom firms on land ...

Launched by industry leaders, this mentorship program aims to foster growth and networking among women in residential construction, culminating in the 2026 Women in Residential Construction Conference ...

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Found at CES 2026, these products streamline life for homeowners. Smart home technology continues to be a priority for homeowners looking to make everyday life easier and more streamlined. At this ...

At the 2023 Jeff Shore Sales and Marketing Summit, which Custom Builder was fortunate to attend, Ryan Taft (pictured, right) and his talk on the power of storytelling—a subject he’s literally written ...

Blaine Brownell, professor and director of UNC's School of Architecture, shares five emerging materials addressing some of the building industry’s biggest challenges. The materials range from wood ...

Builder in 5 is our interview series spotlighting the minds behind exceptional custom homes. It's five questions on how they think, work, and refine their craft. Up next: Mads Jepsen, owner of the ...