We’re back in your inbox this month to bring you news of our upcoming Women in Residential Construction Conference! We’re locked in for two virtual half days on Sept. 29 and 30. The conference is a great opportunity to hear real stories and insights from women in the residential construction sector, and what’s more, registration for the 2026 event is free, so be sure to visit the site to stay in the know.

We’ll be sharing more details about the conference over the next few months, but in the meantime we’ll continue bringing you stories of women in the construction industry.

In this issue, we’re talking to Laura Sullivan, founder of Asheville, N.C.-based interior design firm ID.ology on her healthier approach to designing homes. Additionally, we spoke with author Grace Mase about her new book, AI in Residential Construction, over on the Women at WIRC podcast.

Also, don’t miss our conversation with lighting specialist Kelly Inglis about how to properly light custom homes. And learn more about The She Built Foundation and their efforts to promote career opportunities for women in construction.

–Catherine Sweeney, staff writer, on behalf of the WIRC editorial team