Meet the IBS 2026 Content Creators: Stephanie Dailey, Perkins Builder Brothers & Tyler Grace

Content Collaborators at IBS

The 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), February 17–19 in Orlando, brought together nearly 75,000 residential construction professionals for three days of education, innovation and networking. With the exhibit floor packed with new products and industry ideas, digital content creators played an important role in sharing the experience on and off the show floor.

This year’s IBS content creators, Stephanie Dailey,...

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Top 10 Best-Selling BuilderBooks from the IBS Store at IBS 2026

IBS Store

The 2026 NAHB International Builders' Show® (IBS) may be over, and the IBS Store may be packed up, but the ideas, strategies, resources and business insights shared during the week are still going strong. One of the most popular stops at the show is always the IBS Store sponsored by Sound Capital, where builders, remodelers and industry professionals stocked up on books (and more) to help strengthen their businesses.

From leadership and workforce development...

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The New Product Zone at IBS 2026: Bigger, Bolder, Breaking Records

Attendee browses the New Product Zone

The New Product Zone at the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) not only showed up. It showed off.

Launched at IBS 2022 in Orlando, the New Product Zone returned to its birthplace this year at the Builders' Show and delivered its biggest performance yet. What started as a promising debut four years ago has grown into one of the most popular destinations at the Builders’ Show.

Midea Residential Air Conditioning was the...

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International Energy Was Back & Buzzing at the Builders’ Show

International Central at IBS

At the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the global conversation returned and roared back to life.

After pausing in 2025, International Central made a comeback in 2026. The lounge filled quickly with handshakes, business cards and quiet, intense conversations that only happen when people from different markets gather around the same table.

And yes, we brought the presentations back, too.

The Sessions That Sparked...

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It’s a Wrap: IBS 2026

It's a wrap!

It’s a wrap! Nearly 75,000 people attended the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), our grand finale before the show moves permanently to Las Vegas, did not disappoint!

The energy was amazing! Incredible new products made their debut. 130+ inspiring education sessions provided industry knowledge you can’t find anywhere else. Live demos featuring new construction techniques and uses for products were packed! The show floor, education sessions,...

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7 Builders’ Show Specialty Zone Experiences You Don’t Want to Miss

Craft Techniques Zone at IBS

The 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) specialty zones are some of the most popular destinations on the show floor. These designated experiences are where ideas turn tangible, trends become touchable and conversations spark the next big breakthrough.

Since the #1 show for the residential construction industry only happens once a year, make sure these seven zone experiences are on your IBS 2026 schedule. Each one offers a unique way to explore...

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Most Innovative Start-Ups Come Together at IBS 2026

The Start-Up Zone at IBS

UPDATED February 18, 2026

Check out the 18 companies with 18 innovative solutions exhibiting in the Start-Up Zone at the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Orlando, Feb 17 – 19. Be sure to make it part of your show plan to stop by and see what’s new and what’s next in our industry.

We chose the 18 most innovative companies expected to be the most transformative in the industry to exhibit in the Start-Up Zone on the Builders’ Show floor in the...

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7 Builders’ Show Specialty Zone Experiences You Don’t Want to Miss

Demo Zones at IBS

The 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) specialty zones are some of the most popular destinations on the show floor. These designated experiences are where ideas turn tangible, trends become touchable and conversations spark the next big breakthrough.

Since the #1 show for the residential construction industry only happens once a year, make sure these seven zone experiences are on your IBS 2026 schedule. Each one offers a unique way to explore...

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Your Ultimate 55+ Housing Pro Experience Starts at IBS 2026

IBS for 55+ builders

If you work in 55+ housing, the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) belongs on your calendar, Feb 17 – 19 in Orlando. This is where the industry gathers to connect, learn and level up. From emerging trends and must-see products to innovative strategies for designing appealing, sustainable and attainable 55+ communities, IBS 2026 delivers the insights and inspiration you need to stay ahead.

A Front-Row Seat to 2026 Design & Product...

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Create Your Builders’ Show Experience with the IBS App

Download the 2026 IBS App

Premier show. Big opportunities. The IBS 2026 App is your secret weapon for conquering the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in Orlando. Download it now from your app store and put the entire show in your pocket so you see more, miss less and move with purpose.

Still need to register for IBS 2026? Register now, then download the app and get planning.

What Do Attendees Do at the Builders’ Show?

A lot. And it all happens...

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