E-Dreams for the New Millennium
While leading a discussion group during an industry executives' meeting just over two years ago, I overhead the president of a national homebuilder proclaim authoritatively: 'This Internet stuff is never going to materially affect our business.'
OnQ Boosts Technology Know-How
OnQ Technologies recently introduced a program aimed at helping home builders capitalize on the growing consumer interest in a wired home.
Chicago Condo Sales Outpace Single-Family Homes
Condominiums have become the dominant choice in the booming Chicagoland market, say area housing analysts.
Business Management
The 20 Elements of ISO 9000
The standards of ISO 9000 detail 20 requirements for an organization's quality management system in these areas:
- Management…
BALA Best in American Living Awards
Importance of BALA
It takes more than an eye-catching exterior to be chosen as a Best In American Living Award (BALA) winner
California Builders Ponder New Product Liability Woes
For more than three decades, California home builders have battled their state’s peculiar application of strict product liability laws to housing construction.
Florida Beckons Builders as Baby Boomers Age
If baby boomers flocked to California in the 1970s, when they were in their 20s, will they migrate again--this time to Florida--as they enter their 50s?
Del Webb Supers Get Connected
Del Webb Corp., Phoenix, has introduced a computer system for field superintendents which is expected to save the company $60,000 per year in Las Vegas alone.
Green Building Conference Combines Theory with Practice
The second annual National Green Building Conference offers attendees three days of educaqtion where the theory behind the resource efficient construction is brought to life through residential case studies and housing tours.
