IBS 2018 Master Session: How Do I Avoid This? Conquering Home Performance Errors Before & After Construction

Often, design and construction practices can have unintended consequences, and not addressing them up front can result in significant—and expensive—fixes later on. This can be especially problematic with remodeling and retrofits, where controlling air moisture movement can be more difficult than new construction.

The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) Master Session, “How Do I Avoid This? Conquering Home Performance Errors Before...

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2018 NAHB Meeting of the Members Featuring Daymond John

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is always striving to find unique ways to enhance the member experience at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), and this year is no exception. Join us for a fun and informative event: Meeting of the Members.

Exclusive to NAHB members, the Meeting of the Members is a great opportunity for NAHB members to:

  • Learn how NAHB’s grassroots guide the association’s...
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Spotlight on Pre-show Education: Monday’s Line-Up

Fourteen pre-show courses will be offered before the start of the 2018 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS). These one- and two-day courses give you a chance to dive deeper into specific industry topics and to increase your skill set.

Here are the pre-show courses offered on Monday, January 8:

Business Accounting and Job Costing: A Road Map to Profitability | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
In order to properly manage...

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IBS 2018 Closing Spike Concert: Everything You Need to Know

Plan to cap-off a phenomenal experience at the 2018 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) by attending the IBS Closing Spike Concert with Chicago.

When: Thursday, January 11 | 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Where: West Concourse—Level IV, Valencia Ballroom
Cost: $40 per ticket

About Chicago
Chicago was hailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era”...

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Spotlight on Pre-Show Education: Sunday’s Line-Up

Fourteen Pre-show courses will be offered before the start of the 2018 International Builders’
Show® (IBS). These one- and two-day
courses give you a chance dive deeper into specific industry topics and to
increase your skill set. 

Here
are the Pre-show courses offered on Sunday, January 7: 

Design Concepts for Livable Homes and Aging
in Place (CAPS II)
| 9:00 AM –
5:00 PM

There is an increased desire among...

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Spotlight on Pre-Show Education: Saturday’s Line-Up

Fourteen pre-show courses will be offered before the start of the 2018 International Builders’ Show® (IBS). These one- and two-day courses give you a chance to take a dive deeper into specific industry topics and to increase your skill set. All courses also offer 6+ CE for NAHB Designations and other industry professional credentials. Click the course links for more details.

Here are the Pre-Show courses offered on Saturday,...

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High Performance Building Zone: Where Efficiency Meets Practicality & Profitability

The NAHB International Builders’ Show’s® (IBS) High
Performance Building Zone (HPBZ) is where you’ll discover best practices for
improving efficiency in all areas of the home—from basements and roofs to
everything in between. The HPBZ features top building science experts who lead
a series of live, interactive construction demonstrations and a building
performance lab. 

New Addition to
HPBZ for 2017: The Building Performance...

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Builder Clinics & Tech Bytes: More Hands-on, How-To at IBS 2017

New for the 2017 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is a
pair of classrooms just off the show floor that will feature all hands-on,
interactive learning to host two new types of sessions: Builder Clinics and
Tech Bytes. These programs will be offered in short 20- to 30-minute segments
and will be repeated a few times throughout the week to allow for flexibility
in your schedule. 

Builder Clinics: How-Tos to Take Your Homes from...

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Discover Home Technology Solutions at the CEDIA Smart Home Pavilion

The value of the global smart home market will reach $43
million by 2020, according to research from Stratista, which is nearly triple
the value from 2014.1 

It’s also no secret that consumer desire for smart home
technology has exploded. According to a recently published IoT Innovation
article, “Research by GfK shows that consumers worldwide are more excited about
smart home tech than 11 other new technologies, including the cloud,...

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Spotlight on Pre-Show Education: Design/Build Solutions for Aging & Accessibility (CAPS II)

The maturing of the U.S. Baby Boomer population is a huge
opportunity for builders and remodelers. As this consumer group expands, more
and more are interested in remodeling their home to fit their new lifestyle and
abilities. 

This Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) course
will help you understand the guidelines and requirements of accessibility, the
importance of doing an assessment with input from occupational and physical
therapists...

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