Building Trends

Luxury Home Innovations Land in Dallas at CEDIA Expo 2022

By Daniel Lalley / September 29, 2022 /

For those seeking out the latest in residential technology, CEDIA is at the epicenter of innovation, ideas, and inspiration. This multi-day mega show brings together hundreds of household names in pro audio, entertainment, lighting, and beyond. This year, Dallas was chosen to play host as the industry’s top innovations were unveiled and exhibited for all…

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Need a Permit? The City of Dallas Says Some Builders Can Jump The Line And Get One in a Day

By Joanna England / September 16, 2022 /

Chris Sandlin has been waiting for some time as his two projects make their way through the building permit queue at the City of Dallas’ Development Services office. When he submitted his paperwork, the projected wait time was about four weeks. “From what I hear, and from my own experience, the average wait time for…

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Inflation Reduction Act’s Solar Rebate is Great, But One Builder Says It’s Not a Green Building Magic Bullet

By April Towery / August 18, 2022 /

The Inflation Reduction Act represents the most ambitious climate spending package in U.S. history, but will it fix our energy woes?

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Home Builders Accommodate Demand For Home Offices, Outdoor Retreats In Post-Pandemic Era

By April Towery / May 22, 2022 /

It’s been two years since the COVID-19 pandemic blindsided Americans, prompting us to self-quarantine, wear masks, and do the dreaded social distancing dance. Now that businesses have long-since reopened and the kids are back to school, the home is no longer just a place to crash after a hard day’s work. The grown-ups are there…

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A Higher Quality Home Battery Takes Off in Texas, But is it a Green Energy Winner?

By Daniel Lalley / May 16, 2022 /

For years, home energy storage has been rife with dangerous mechanisms and wasteful materials. With both lead-acid components and lithium-ion technology, going off the grid held uncertain side effects. Overheating, over mining, and inherent toxicity were top concerns. However, innovation has led to an evolution of this technology, and it’s taking off right here in…

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