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Upscale residential design was a growth business last year, driven in part by the movement from cities to suburbs. In this report, editor Jessica Chevalier takes a look at trends in upscale design and what types of floors are gaining popularity.
In this report, editor Meg Scarbrough explores how, despite the challenges Covid wrought across the construction and remodel markets, the category is well positioned for the commercial rebound and also offers opportunities on the residential side.
Last year, as residential remodeling and homebuilding markets abruptly surged, it was a stark reminder to flooring retailers and residential contractors that the dearth of installers is a problem that will not solve itself and can’t be circumvented.
This year’s emerging leaders, all under 40, work within the dealer/retailer/contractor sector. The ten winners, pulled from the largest pool of submissions in the award’s history, range from 26 to 39 and cover the gamut of leadership positions.
For retailers looking to reach the affluent shopper, there are key considerations they should know. Retail expert Chris Ramey explains the ways in which the affluent buyer is unique and, therefore, requires a unique sales and marketing approach.
Every indication is that the surge in demand for residential flooring will be around for the rest of the year, and maybe longer. Publisher Kemp Harr discusses this forecast as well as getting back to travel and whether the fiber wars are really over.
As families sheltered in place over the past year, demand has grown for homeowners seeking to make their homes more comfortable. Designer Nancy Thiel takes us on a tour of a recent project where a basement was converted into a fun family getaway.
Southwestern Carpets in Lewisville, Texas has been serving its community for 20 years. Owner Bill McCaddon talks about the evolution of the firm and how it came to serve the single-family builder market and generate annual revenues of $74 million.
Did you know keywords are crucial for business success? Contributing editor Irene Williams explains what keywords are, why they matter and how businesses can use them to make it easier for customers to find them and make meaningful connections.
Contributing editor Sam Allman talks about the importance of being persistent and determined in order to succeed in life, and how sometimes that means you need to reinvent yourself. He offers helpful suggestions for those looking for a new beginning.