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Advice from industry experts for how to run your business, based on the real-world experience of your peers.
In Business: Modern Design, Compromise, and Money
Custom builder Zane Williams opens up about what it takes to maintain his architectural vision, from handling clients and staying true to his fluid style, to the importance of transparency and how a slush fund avoids awkward conversations mid-construction
Business
The Fundamental Integration of Sustainability and Architecture
California architect Ryan McDaniel provides real-world insights and examples into how he approaches sustainability for his projects.
Custom Builder
Five Key Spokes of the Business Bike Wheel
Much like a bike wheel depends on its spokes to work effectively, a business depends on its various departments to find success in the market.
Custom Builder
Top Problems Faced by Builders in 2022
Chief among the concerns was the price and availability of building materials, though the impact of waning consumer confidence also grew
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Business
A Picture Is Worth a Post
Custom-home builders share why they gave Instagram a try and why the social media platform is essential for their marketing outreach
Leadership
Problem-Solver With A Passion
There's nothing passive about Natalie Leonard's drive to build sustainable affordable Passive homes
Business
Getting Prospects to Pay for It (The Estimate)
A preconstruction process that convinces potential clients to pay for estimating is less about contract language and more about beginning a relationship
Backstory
Backstory: Just Say Yes
Following his interests led The Construction Zone's Andy Byrnes to make his mark on the Arizona desert with projects others might avoid
Business
Selections Strategy
Collaboration holds the key to a smoother selections process that satisfies both client and builder
Business
Q&A: Green Conscience on Chicago's South Side
A city builder tackles affordability and environmental concerns
Business
Cash Isn't Just King, It's Your Lifeline
Four experts explain how paying attention to cash flow can help keep builders from robbing Peter to pay Paul
Business
Time-Machine Lessons
We ask custom builders: If you could redo your first house or revisit the first years of running your business, what would you do differently?
Design
Coming Soon: The New American Remodel 2019
The 2019 New American Remodel will blend modern design with a farm-to-table lifestyle
