The New American Home® 2026 Phase 3 Update

TNAH Phase 3

The New American Home (TNAH), one of two official shows of the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), continues to push the boundaries of sustainable residential design. As the project moves into Phase 3, the focus sharpens on energy efficiency and airtight construction, with ambitious performance targets and meticulous coordination among the project team.

Targeting a Groundbreaking HERS Index

Energy efficiency remains at the...

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TNAR 2026 Phase 3: Innovating for Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

TNAR 2026

Phase 3 of The New American Remodel® 2026 (TNAR 2026) is underway, and the spotlight is on sustainability. As one of the two official show homes of IBS 2026, this project is designed to demonstrate how to achieve energy efficiency, long-term cost savings and green certification, even without starting from scratch.

At the center of this effort is Two Trails, the project’s energy and sustainability consultant. Their mission: Select the best products and technologies to deliver...

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The New American Remodel 2026: Phase 2 Update

TNAR 2026

The New American Remodel® 2026 (TNAR) is one of the two official show homes of the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS). TNAR 2026 Phase 2 is well underway with the Phil Kean Design Group leading the remodel. Right now, crews are wrapping up demolition and making big progress behind the scenes.

It’s All About the MEPs

All our MEP trades — mechanical, electrical and plumbing — are busy with rough-ins and...

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The New American Home 2026: Phase 2 is Full Steam Ahead

The New American Home 2026

Things are heating up in Orlando and we’re not talking about the Florida temps. The New American Home 2026 (TNAH 2026), one of two official show homes of the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), is entering Phase 2 of construction. The build team is deep into the behind-the-walls magic that brings this spectacular show home to life.

The Current Focus

Jim Kranz, builder Alair Homes Orlando Partner...

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A Groundbreaking Start for The New American Home 2026

Rendering of TNAH 2026

The journey to build The New American Home 2026 (TNAH 2026), an official show home of the 2026 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is already making waves. From its forward-thinking design to the ambitious engineering behind it, Phase 1 of the project sets the stage for one of the most unique custom homes the industry has seen. Designed to serve as both a private residence and a space for philanthropic entertaining, this home is not only...

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Phase 1 Begins on The New American Remodel 2026

Kitchen of The New American Remodel 2026

Phase 1 Begins on The New American Remodel 2026

The next chapter in remodeling innovation has begun with The New American Remodel® 2026 (TNAR 2026) — an official show home of the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS). Located in Winter Park, FL, this year’s home is already turning heads in its early stages thanks to a unique design direction and a fresh take on the remodeling process.

A Real-World Remodel...

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