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6/23/2020

Marianne Cusato knows well the devastating effect of natural disasters, having helped rebuild communities in the aftermath of hurricanes and wildfires. While she knows there will be more severe weather in the future, she also knows that home design can accommodate it.

12/13/2018

The American suburb is making a comeback. Except this time, it’s different.

3/11/2020

From modern farmhouse to modern Tudor, we talked to industry experts to explore how residential home styles are evolving this year.

10/10/2019

These are the residential exterior designs that are resonating with homeowners, along with what may be coming in the near future.

7/16/2019

From rooflines to materials, architects explore different ways to design homes that seamlessly integrate exterior and interior living spaces. 

10/24/2018

Simplicity in design is a growing trend, and the reason itself is straightforward: It makes people’s lives easier.

9/9/2018

Research into generational preferences shows that Baby Boomers want high-end finishes and accessible floor plans for their homes. Millennials are drawn to walkable suburbs and green features.

8/24/2018

For stand-out exteriors, don’t be afraid to shed labels, blend a unique palette, and embrace design evolution. 

12/18/2017

Technical Services Manager Chad Diercks works as part of the research and development team at James Hardie, designing new products to resist a variety of challenging environmental conditions.

10/26/2017

When you work in coastal areas, you need to understand what salt in the air can do to various products. You need to be thoughtful about what you are installing and where.

7/24/2017

The most recent Sunset® Bay Area Idea House in Oakland’s Claremont Hills is a modern masterpiece.

7/24/2017

Do the words “historic preservation” conjure up visions of streets lined with brick Williamsburg-style buildings in your clients’ minds? You’re not alone.

5/13/2019

Boomers aren’t simply downsizing, and they’re not looking for cheaper homes. They are right sizing. They’re looking for comfortable spaces that come with amenities they can enjoy after years in the workforce.

7/24/2017

In the home décor world, the word shiplap is passed around almost as often as the words, open floor plan. Lately, it has inundated the vernacular so much, it may be losing its meaning.