College Students Design, Build Solar Homes
The first Solar Decathlon, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy, BP Solar, The Home Depot, the American Institute of Architects and others, challenged college students in various disciplines to design, build and live in a solar-powered, energy-ef...
Number of Closings
The National Homeowner Satisfaction Study (September 2002 PB) revealed that builders in the top 25% of customer satisfaction had 52% more closings for 2001 than those in the bottom 25%.
Combining Mortgages, Marketing
Moen
The Moentrol tub/shower valve has been redesigned to provide a 12% increase in water flow to 7.5 gallons per minute at 60 pounds per square inch.
Building Strategic Alliances
For the past three months, I have written extensively on how builders are messing up the supply chain.
Alliance Virtually Enhances Sales
MediaLab, whose multimedia programs include virtual-reality products, and iBidCo, creator of online home sales systems and events.
Amerock
Nature's Splendor kitchen hardware features a maple leaf pattern and is designed to coordinate with a variety of wood tones and cabinet materials.
Partnership's Goal: Ease Software Integration
KitchenAid
The companys built-in refrigerators are designed to look as if they're part of the cabinetry.