6th Annual MVP Awards: Exterior
The Most Valuable Product Awards showcase the best in new building product design, innovation, and functionality. Here are the winners in the Exterior category
Exterior Design Trends? Homebuyer Preferences Run the Gamut
It turns out there's little national consensus when it comes to what U.S. homebuyers prefer for home exteriors
Mountain Craftsman home features stunning ProVia exterior products
Manufactured stone, metal roofing, vinyl windows, and entry doors enhance the curb appeal of this…
Building Products for Cold Climates and Cold-Weather Construction
A range of building products and materials suited to cold-weather construction
Architectural Considerations for a Diverse Streetscape
Thinking outside of the box about exterior home styles can help builders and designers create a rich, diverse neighborhood
Home Exteriors See Value Engineering by Home Builders
To contend with current cost pressures, home builders are taking steps to value engineer the exteriors of their homes
Building Materials
Vinyl, Stucco Were Used Most on New Construction in 2019
The Census Bureau's Survey of Construction found that vinyl and stucco were the most popular principal exterior wall material used in new homes…
Quality Matters
Mitigate Cracks and Warranty Calls With Correct Construction Detailing for Siding
Creating adequate separation between materials—such as cementitious stucco, stone, or brick adjacent to wood-based or vinyl products—is critical to mitigating cracks (and worse) along surfaces
Windows + Doors
13 Standouts in New Window and Door Products
From new styles in steel garage doors to all-black window and door frames to meet trending consumer demand, these 13 products offer a range of attractive solutions for windows and doors
Home Design
Gable Art 101: Types, Tips, and What Not to Do
Gable art comes in many forms and with many questions. Housing Design Matters gives the low-down on the most popular pieces of gable art including…
Top 100 Products
2020 Pro Builder Top 100 Products
Pro Builder's annual list of the building products that garnered the most reader interest through the year
Siding + Trim
Plentiful Siding Options Pose a Decision-Making Challenge
Vinyl siding may still be popular with many homeowners, but siding choices in today’s market have moved well beyond vinyl to offer consumers a wealth of fresh options
Windows
Windows Into the Future: Fenestration Trends and Technologies
New technologies help meet demand for larger, more durable, and better-performing fenestration products and systems
Paints / Stains / Finishes
5 New Paint and Stain Products Hitting the Market
From low-VOC and emission-free to fresh colors inspired by nature, this selection of new paint and stain products offers a host of sought-after features
Roofing
10 New Roofing Products to Spruce Up Home Exteriors
These roofing products—from porcelain roof tile to zinc cladding—offer a wide range of options for almost any roof type
House Review
Home Designs That Keep Things Interesting With Multiple Elevation Options
Four examples that show how home designers can bring richness and variety to repeated house plans
