California has a housing problem. It needs to build 2.5 million new units by the end of the decade to meet residents’ needs, according to the Statewide Housing Plan, and at least 1 million of them need to be affordable. This is not a recent problem for the state, nor is it an easy one
When Hurricane Andrew tore through South Florida in August 1992, it destroyed 25,524 homes, damaged 101,241 more, killed 26 people and left about 250,000 people homeless in Dade County alone. Those facts, reported by the Insurance Information Institute, along with more than $27 billion in insured losses, led to an overhaul of Florida’s building codes.
How much time did you spend in your garage last weekend? Did you just drag all your groceries into the house in one glorious trip, or did you spend hours indulging a hobby, working on your truck or motorcycle, exercising, or even entertaining friends? Garage workshops, garage gyms and even garage theaters have become increasingly
Much of the coverage of Queen Elizabeth II’s September 8, 2022 death has focused on her seven decades of service, her meetings with other world leaders, her famous family, the love of her subjects, her dogs, fashion taste and funeral. Little – if anything – has been written about her impact on home design taste
It’s hard to find a home space today that hasn’t been impacted by technology – from our private bedrooms and bathrooms to our public indoor and outdoor gathering areas. Which technologies have real benefits for our health, safety, functionality or comfort? Thousands of design and construction professionals will gather in Dallas for the CEDIA Expo
Wellness features are trending in bathroom projects, according to Houzz.com’s latest study. National median spending for primary bathroom projects has increased 13% to $9,000, while luxury projects jumped 17% to $35,000 plus. (Many homeowners spend considerably more at the luxury tend.) Reno Rationales Almost half of homeowners (48%) renovated because they got tired of their
There has been significant coverage of the major health and climate-related components of the Inflation Reduction Act signed into law last Tuesday. One particular incentive offers both health and climate benefits – and is getting minimal attention. A program that can increase personal and planetary health at the same time deserves a closer look. Homeowner
Are you one of the millions of Americans who began working from home when the pandemic began in 2020 – and continue to do so as it eases? Or perhaps you’re working part-time from home, or pursuing an advanced degree while you commute to a job. Or maybe you’ve always worked from home, possibly running
How will our homes be connected to the Internet five years from now? How will we? With keywords like “user-centric,” “holistic” and “experiences,” one of the smart home technology industry’s leading trade groups is bullish on a future that’s about much more than the latest gear. CEDIA’s members are the technology integrators who equip our
Millions of students are heading back to class this month and next. Stores are crowded with school supplies for the K-12 crowd and dorm room gear for college students. You don’t see a ton of items in the big box aisles for making your home more back-to-school ready, but a good setup plays a role
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